Mark 7:16 cpdv — Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear.” "

— Mark 7:16, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 7 — Context

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rescinding the word of God through your tradition, which you have handed down. And you do many other similar things in this way.”

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And again, calling the crowd to him, he said to them: “Listen to me, all of you, and understand.

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There is nothing from outside a man which, by entering into him, is able to defile him. But the things which proceed from a man, these are what pollute a man.

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Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear.”

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And when he had entered into the house, away from the crowd, his disciples questioned him about the parable.

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And he said to them: “So, are you also without prudence? Do you not understand that everything entering to a man from outside is not able to pollute him?

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For it does not enter into his heart, but into the gut, and it exits into the sewer, purging all foods.”

Mark 7:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 7:16 say?
Mark 7:16 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear.” ”
Where is Mark 7:16 in the Bible?
Mark 7:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 7, verse 16.
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 7:16.
What translation should I read Mark 7:16 in?
Mark 7:16 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 7:16?
Mark 7:16 reads (CPDV): “Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear.” ” 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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