Mark 8:16 net — So they began to discuss with one another about having no bread.

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"So they began to discuss with one another about having no bread."

— Mark 8:16, NET Bible

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Mark 8 — Context

13

Then he left them, got back into the boat, and went to the other side.

14

The Yeast of the Pharisees and Herod Now they had forgotten to take bread, except for one loaf they had with them in the boat.

15

And Jesus ordered them,“Watch out! Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees and the yeast of Herod!”

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So they began to discuss with one another about having no bread.

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When he learned of this, Jesus said to them,“Why are you arguing about having no bread? Do you still not see or understand? Have your hearts been hardened?

18

Though you have eyes, don’t you see? And though you have ears, can’t you hear? Don’t you remember?

19

When I broke the five loaves for the five thousand, how many baskets full of pieces did you pick up?” They replied,“Twelve.”

Mark 8:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 8:16 say?
Mark 8:16 in the NET Bible reads: “So they began to discuss with one another about having no bread.”
Where is Mark 8:16 in the Bible?
Mark 8:16 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 8, 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 8:16.
What translation should I read Mark 8:16 in?
Mark 8:16 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 8:16?
Mark 8:16 reads (NET): “So they began to discuss with one another about having no bread.” 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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