Mark 5:18 web — As he was entering into the boat, he who had been possessed by demons begged him that he might be with him.

World English Bible

"As he was entering into the boat, he who had been possessed by demons begged him that he might be with him."

— Mark 5:18, World English Bible

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Mark 5 — Context

15

They came to Jesus, and saw him who had been possessed by demons sitting, clothed, and in his right mind, even him who had the legion; and they were afraid.

16

Those who saw it declared to them how it happened to him who was possessed by demons, and about the pigs.

17

They began to beg him to depart from their region.

18

As he was entering into the boat, he who had been possessed by demons begged him that he might be with him.

19

He didn't allow him, but said to him, "Go to your house, to your friends, and tell them what great things the Lord has done for you, and how he had mercy on you."

20

He went his way, and began to proclaim in Decapolis how Jesus had done great things for him, and everyone marveled.

21

When Jesus had crossed back over in the boat to the other side, a great multitude was gathered to him; and he was by the sea.

Mark 5:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 5:18 say?
Mark 5:18 in the World English Bible reads: “As he was entering into the boat, he who had been possessed by demons begged him that he might be with him.”
Where is Mark 5:18 in the Bible?
Mark 5:18 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 5, verse 18.
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 5:18.
What translation should I read Mark 5:18 in?
Mark 5:18 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 5:18?
Mark 5:18 reads (WEB): “As he was entering into the boat, he who had been possessed by demons begged him that he might be with him.” 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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