Mark 3:23 net — So he called them and spoke to them in parables:“How can Satan cast out Satan?

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"So he called them and spoke to them in parables:“How can Satan cast out Satan?"

— Mark 3:23, NET Bible

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Mark 3 — Context

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Jesus and Beelzebul Now Jesus went home, and a crowd gathered so that they were not able to eat.

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When his family heard this they went out to restrain him, for they said,“He is out of his mind.”

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The experts in the law who came down from Jerusalem said,“He is possessed by Beelzebul,” and,“By the ruler of demons he casts out demons!”

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So he called them and spoke to them in parables:“How can Satan cast out Satan?

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If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom will not be able to stand.

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If a house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand.

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And if Satan rises against himself and is divided, he is not able to stand and his end has come.

Mark 3:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 3:23 say?
Mark 3:23 in the NET Bible reads: “So he called them and spoke to them in parables:“How can Satan cast out Satan?”
Where is Mark 3:23 in the Bible?
Mark 3:23 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 3, verse 23.
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 3:23.
What translation should I read Mark 3:23 in?
Mark 3:23 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 3:23?
Mark 3:23 reads (NET): “So he called them and spoke to them in parables:“How can Satan cast out Satan?” 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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