Mark 3:25 net — If a house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand.

NET Bible

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

— Mark 3:25, NET Bible

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Mark 3 — Context

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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.

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But no one is able to enter a strong man’s house and steal his property unless he first ties up the strong man. Then he can thoroughly plunder his house.

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I tell you the truth, people will be forgiven for all sins, even all the blasphemies they utter.

Mark 3:25 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 3:25 say?
Mark 3:25 in the NET Bible reads: “If a house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand.”
Where is Mark 3:25 in the Bible?
Mark 3:25 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 3, verse 25.
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 3:25.
What translation should I read Mark 3:25 in?
Mark 3:25 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 3:25?
Mark 3:25 reads (NET): “If a house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand.” 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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