Mark 3:4 cpdv — And he said to them: “Is it lawful to do good on the Sabbaths, or to do evil, to give health to a life, or to destroy?”…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And he said to them: “Is it lawful to do good on the Sabbaths, or to do evil, to give health to a life, or to destroy?” But they remained silent. "

— Mark 3:4, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 3 — Context

1

And again, he entered into the synagogue. And there was a man there who had a withered hand.

2

And they observed him, to see if he would cure on the Sabbaths, so that they might accuse him.

3

And he said to the man who had the withered hand, “Stand up in the middle.”

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And he said to them: “Is it lawful to do good on the Sabbaths, or to do evil, to give health to a life, or to destroy?” But they remained silent.

5

And looking around at them with anger, being very saddened over the blindness of their hearts, he said to the man, “Extend your hand.” And he extended it, and his hand was restored to him.

6

Then the Pharisees, going out, immediately took counsel with the Herodians against him, as to how they might destroy him.

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But Jesus withdrew with his disciples to the sea. And a great crowd followed him from Galilee and Judea,

Mark 3:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 3:4 say?
Mark 3:4 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And he said to them: “Is it lawful to do good on the Sabbaths, or to do evil, to give health to a life, or to destroy?” But they remained silent. ”
Where is Mark 3:4 in the Bible?
Mark 3:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 3, 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 3:4.
What translation should I read Mark 3:4 in?
Mark 3:4 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 3:4?
Mark 3:4 reads (CPDV): “And he said to them: “Is it lawful to do good on the Sabbaths, or to do evil, to give health to a life, or to destroy?” But they remained silent. ” 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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