Mark 6:27 cpdv — So, having sent an executioner, he instructed that his head be brought on a platter.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"So, having sent an executioner, he instructed that his head be brought on a platter. "

— Mark 6:27, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 6 — Context

24

And when she had gone out, she said to her mother, “What shall I request?” But her mother said, “The head of John the Baptist.”

25

And immediately, when she had entered with haste to the king, she petitioned him, saying: “I want you to give me at once the head of John the Baptist on a platter.”

26

And the king was greatly saddened. But because of his oath, and because of those who were sitting with him at table, he was not willing to disappoint her.

27

So, having sent an executioner, he instructed that his head be brought on a platter.

28

And he beheaded him in prison, and he brought his head on a platter. And he gave it to the girl, and the girl gave it her mother.

29

When his disciples heard about it, they came and took his body, and they placed it in a tomb.

30

And the Apostles, returning to Jesus, reported to him everything that they had done and taught.

Mark 6:27 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Mark 6:27 say?
Mark 6:27 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “So, having sent an executioner, he instructed that his head be brought on a platter. ”
Where is Mark 6:27 in the Bible?
Mark 6:27 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 6, verse 27.
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 6:27.
What translation should I read Mark 6:27 in?
Mark 6:27 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 6:27?
Mark 6:27 reads (CPDV): “So, having sent an executioner, he instructed that his head be brought on a platter. ” 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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