Mark 16:9 web — Now when he had risen early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast ou…

World English Bible

"Now when he had risen early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons."

— Mark 16:9, World English Bible

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Mark 16 — Context

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He said to them, "Don't be amazed. You seek Jesus, the Nazarene, who has been crucified. He has risen. He is not here. Behold, the place where they laid him!

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But go, tell his disciples and Peter, 'He goes before you into Galilee. There you will see him, as he said to you.'"

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They went out, and fled from the tomb, for trembling and astonishment had come on them. They said nothing to anyone; for they were afraid.

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Now when he had risen early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons.

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She went and told those who had been with him, as they mourned and wept.

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When they heard that he was alive, and had been seen by her, they disbelieved.

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After these things he was revealed in another form to two of them, as they walked, on their way into the country.

Mark 16:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 16:9 say?
Mark 16:9 in the World English Bible reads: “Now when he had risen early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons.”
Where is Mark 16:9 in the Bible?
Mark 16:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 16, verse 9.
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 16:9.
What translation should I read Mark 16:9 in?
Mark 16:9 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 16:9?
Mark 16:9 reads (WEB): “Now when he had risen early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons.” 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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