Mark 15:7 akjv — And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murd…

American King James Version

"And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection. "

— Mark 15:7, American King James Version

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Mark 15 — Context

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And Pilate asked him again, saying, Answer you nothing? behold how many things they witness against you.

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But Jesus yet answered nothing; so that Pilate marveled.

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Now at that feast he released to them one prisoner, whomsoever they desired.

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And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection.

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And the multitude crying aloud began to desire him to do as he had ever done to them.

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But Pilate answered them, saying, Will you that I release to you the King of the Jews?

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For he knew that the chief priests had delivered him for envy.

Mark 15:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 15:7 say?
Mark 15:7 in the American King James Version reads: “And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection. ”
Where is Mark 15:7 in the Bible?
Mark 15:7 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 15, verse 7.
Who wrote Mark?
Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, companion of Peter and Paul. Early tradition (Papias, c. AD 130) reports Mark wrote down Peter's preaching. It was written c. AD 55–65.
What is the book of Mark about?
Mark is the shortest, fastest-paced Gospel — "immediately" is its favorite word. It portrays Jesus as the powerful, suffering Servant who acts, heals, casts out demons, and finally gives his life as a ransom for many. The story moves with urgency from Galilee to a cross outside Jerusalem.
What are the major themes of Mark?
Mark explores themes including Servant, Action, Suffering, Discipleship, Cross. These themes shape the meaning and context of Mark 15:7.
What translation should I read Mark 15:7 in?
Mark 15:7 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Mark 15:7?
Mark 15:7 reads (AKJV): “And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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