Mark 5:9 net — Jesus asked him,“What is your name?” And he said,“My name is Legion, for we are many.”

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"Jesus asked him,“What is your name?” And he said,“My name is Legion, for we are many.”"

— Mark 5:9, NET Bible

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Mark 5 — Context

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When he saw Jesus from a distance, he ran and bowed down before him.

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Then he cried out with a loud voice,“Leave me alone, Jesus, Son of the Most High God! I implore you by God– do not torment me!”

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(For Jesus had said to him,“Come out of that man, you unclean spirit!”)

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Jesus asked him,“What is your name?” And he said,“My name is Legion, for we are many.”

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He begged Jesus repeatedly not to send them out of the region.

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There on the hillside, a great herd of pigs was feeding.

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And the demonic spirits begged him,“Send us into the pigs. Let us enter them.”

Mark 5:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 5:9 say?
Mark 5:9 in the NET Bible reads: “Jesus asked him,“What is your name?” And he said,“My name is Legion, for we are many.””
Where is Mark 5:9 in the Bible?
Mark 5:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 5, verse 9.
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 5:9.
What translation should I read Mark 5:9 in?
Mark 5:9 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 5:9?
Mark 5:9 reads (NET): “Jesus asked him,“What is your name?” And he said,“My name is Legion, for we are many.”” 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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