Mark 2:4 bbe — And when they were unable to get near him because of all the people, they got the roof uncovered where he was: and when…

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"And when they were unable to get near him because of all the people, they got the roof uncovered where he was: and when it was broken up, they let down the bed on which the man was."

— Mark 2:4, Bible in Basic English

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Mark 2 — Context

1

And when he came into Capernaum again after some days, the news went about that he was in the house.

2

And a great number had come together, so that there was no longer room for them, no, not even about the door: and he gave them teaching.

3

And four men came to him with one on a bed who had no power of moving.

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And when they were unable to get near him because of all the people, they got the roof uncovered where he was: and when it was broken up, they let down the bed on which the man was.

5

And Jesus, seeing their faith, said to him, Son, you have forgiveness for your sins.

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But there were certain of the scribes seated there, and reasoning in their hearts,

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Why does this man say such things? he has no respect for God: from whom does forgiveness come but from God only?

Mark 2:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 2:4 say?
Mark 2:4 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “And when they were unable to get near him because of all the people, they got the roof uncovered where he was: and when it was broken up, they let down the bed on which the man was.”
Where is Mark 2:4 in the Bible?
Mark 2:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 2, verse 4.
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 2:4.
What translation should I read Mark 2:4 in?
Mark 2:4 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 2:4?
Mark 2:4 reads (BBE): “And when they were unable to get near him because of all the people, they got the roof uncovered where he was: and when it was broken up, they let down the bed on which the man was.” 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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