Mark 2:8 net — Now immediately, when Jesus realized in his spirit that they were contemplating such thoughts, he said to them,“Why are…

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"Now immediately, when Jesus realized in his spirit that they were contemplating such thoughts, he said to them,“Why are you thinking such things in your hearts?"

— Mark 2:8, NET Bible

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Mark 2 — Context

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When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic,“Son, your sins are forgiven.”

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Now some of the experts in the law were sitting there, turning these things over in their minds:

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“Why does this man speak this way? He is blaspheming! Who can forgive sins but God alone?”

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Now immediately, when Jesus realized in his spirit that they were contemplating such thoughts, he said to them,“Why are you thinking such things in your hearts?

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Which is easier, to say to the paralytic,‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say,‘Stand up, take your stretcher, and walk’?

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But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins,”– he said to the paralytic–

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“I tell you, stand up, take your stretcher, and go home.”

Mark 2:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 2:8 say?
Mark 2:8 in the NET Bible reads: “Now immediately, when Jesus realized in his spirit that they were contemplating such thoughts, he said to them,“Why are you thinking such things in your hearts?”
Where is Mark 2:8 in the Bible?
Mark 2:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 2, verse 8.
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 2:8.
What translation should I read Mark 2:8 in?
Mark 2:8 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 2:8?
Mark 2:8 reads (NET): “Now immediately, when Jesus realized in his spirit that they were contemplating such thoughts, he said to them,“Why are you thinking such things in your hearts?” 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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