Mark 5:12 cpdv — And the spirits entreated him, saying: “Send us into the swine, so that we may enter into them.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And the spirits entreated him, saying: “Send us into the swine, so that we may enter into them.” "

— Mark 5:12, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 5 — Context

9

And he questioned him: “What is your name?” And he said to him, “My name is Legion, for we are many.”

10

And he entreated him greatly, so that he would not expel him from the region.

11

And in that place, near the mountain, there was a great herd of swine, feeding.

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And the spirits entreated him, saying: “Send us into the swine, so that we may enter into them.”

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And Jesus promptly gave them permission. And the unclean spirits, departing, entered into the swine. And the herd of about two thousand rushed down with great force into the sea, and they were drowned in the sea.

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Then those who pastured them fled, and they reported it in the city and in the countryside. And they all went out to see what was happening.

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And they came to Jesus. And they saw the man who had been troubled by the demon, sitting, clothed and with a sane mind, and they were afraid.

Mark 5:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 5:12 say?
Mark 5:12 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And the spirits entreated him, saying: “Send us into the swine, so that we may enter into them.” ”
Where is Mark 5:12 in the Bible?
Mark 5:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 5, verse 12.
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 5:12.
What translation should I read Mark 5:12 in?
Mark 5:12 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 5:12?
Mark 5:12 reads (CPDV): “And the spirits entreated him, saying: “Send us into the swine, so that we may enter into them.” ” 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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