Mark 5:20 net — So he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis what Jesus had done for him, and all were amazed.

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"So he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis what Jesus had done for him, and all were amazed."

— Mark 5:20, NET Bible

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Mark 5 — Context

17

Then they began to beg Jesus to leave their region.

18

As he was getting into the boat the man who had been demon-possessed asked if he could go with him.

19

But Jesus did not permit him to do so. Instead, he said to him,“Go to your home and to your people and tell them what the Lord has done for you, that he had mercy on you.”

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So he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis what Jesus had done for him, and all were amazed.

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Restoration and Healing When Jesus had crossed again in a boat to the other side, a large crowd gathered around him, and he was by the sea.

22

Then one of the synagogue leaders, named Jairus, came up, and when he saw Jesus, he fell at his feet.

23

He asked him urgently,“My little daughter is near death. Come and lay your hands on her so that she may be healed and live.”

Mark 5:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 5:20 say?
Mark 5:20 in the NET Bible reads: “So he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis what Jesus had done for him, and all were amazed.”
Where is Mark 5:20 in the Bible?
Mark 5:20 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 5, verse 20.
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 5:20.
What translation should I read Mark 5:20 in?
Mark 5:20 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 5:20?
Mark 5:20 reads (NET): “So he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis what Jesus had done for him, and all were amazed.” 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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