Mark 15:7 bbe — And there was one named Barabbas, in prison with those who had gone against the government and in the fight had taken l…

Bible in Basic English

"And there was one named Barabbas, in prison with those who had gone against the government and in the fight had taken life."

— Mark 15:7, Bible in Basic English

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Mark 15 — Context

And Pilate again put a question, Do you say nothing in answer? see how much evil they say you have done.

But Jesus gave no more answers, so that Pilate was full of wonder.

Now at the feast every year he let one prisoner go free at their request.

And there was one named Barabbas, in prison with those who had gone against the government and in the fight had taken life.

And the people went up, requesting him to do as he had done for them in other years.

And Pilate said in answer to them, Is it your desire that I let the King of the Jews go free?

For he saw that the chief priests had given him up through envy.

Mark 15:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 15:7 say?

Mark 15:7 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “And there was one named Barabbas, in prison with those who had gone against the government and in the fight had taken life.”

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 (BBE): “And there was one named Barabbas, in prison with those who had gone against the government and in the fight had taken life.” 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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