Mark 9:12 cpdv — But I say to you, that Elijah also has arrived, (and they have done to him whatever they wanted) just as it has been wr…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But I say to you, that Elijah also has arrived, (and they have done to him whatever they wanted) just as it has been written about him.” "

— Mark 9:12, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 9 — Context

9

And they kept the word to themselves, arguing about what “after he will have risen from the dead” might mean.

10

And they questioned him, saying: “Then why do the Pharisees and the scribes say that Elijah must arrive first?”

11

And in response, he said to them: “Elijah, when he will arrive first, shall restore all things. And in the manner that it has been written about the Son of man, so must he suffer many things and be condemned.

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But I say to you, that Elijah also has arrived, (and they have done to him whatever they wanted) just as it has been written about him.”

13

And approaching his disciples, he saw a great crowd surrounding them, and the scribes were arguing with them.

14

And soon all the people, seeing Jesus, were astonished and struck with fear, and hurrying to him, they greeted him.

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And he questioned them, “What are you arguing about among yourselves?”

Mark 9:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 9:12 say?
Mark 9:12 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But I say to you, that Elijah also has arrived, (and they have done to him whatever they wanted) just as it has been written about him.” ”
Where is Mark 9:12 in the Bible?
Mark 9:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 9, verse 12.
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 9:12.
What translation should I read Mark 9:12 in?
Mark 9:12 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 9:12?
Mark 9:12 reads (CPDV): “But I say to you, that Elijah also has arrived, (and they have done to him whatever they wanted) just as it has been written about him.” ” 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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