Mark 4:34 cpdv — But he did not speak to them without a parable. Yet separately, he explained all things to his disciples.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But he did not speak to them without a parable. Yet separately, he explained all things to his disciples. "

— Mark 4:34, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 4 — Context

31

It is like a grain of mustard seed which, when it has been sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds which are in the earth.

32

And when it is sown, it grows up and becomes greater than all the plants, and it produces great branches, so much so that the birds of the air are able to live under its shadow.”

33

And with many such parables he spoke the word to them, as much as they were able to hear.

34

But he did not speak to them without a parable. Yet separately, he explained all things to his disciples.

35

And on that day, when evening had arrived, he said to them, “Let us cross over.”

36

And dismissing the crowd, they brought him, so that he was in one boat, and other boats were with him.

37

And a great wind storm occurred, and the waves broke over the boat, so that the boat was being filled.

Mark 4:34 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 4:34 say?
Mark 4:34 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But he did not speak to them without a parable. Yet separately, he explained all things to his disciples. ”
Where is Mark 4:34 in the Bible?
Mark 4:34 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 4, verse 34.
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 4:34.
What translation should I read Mark 4:34 in?
Mark 4:34 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 4:34?
Mark 4:34 reads (CPDV): “But he did not speak to them without a parable. Yet separately, he explained all things to his disciples. ” 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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