Mark 9:21 akjv — And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came to him? And he said, Of a child.

American King James Version

"And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came to him? And he said, Of a child. "

— Mark 9:21, American King James Version

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Mark 9 — Context

18

And wherever he takes him, he tears him: and he foams, and gnashes with his teeth, and pines away: and I spoke to your disciples that they should cast him out; and they could not.

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He answers him, and says, O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? how long shall I suffer you? bring him to me.

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And they brought him to him: and when he saw him, straightway the spirit tare him; and he fell on the ground, and wallowed foaming.

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And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came to him? And he said, Of a child.

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And often it has cast him into the fire, and into the waters, to destroy him: but if you can do any thing, have compassion on us, and help us.

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Jesus said to him, If you can believe, all things are possible to him that believes.

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And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help you my unbelief.

Mark 9:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 9:21 say?
Mark 9:21 in the American King James Version reads: “And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came to him? And he said, Of a child. ”
Where is Mark 9:21 in the Bible?
Mark 9:21 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 9, verse 21.
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 9:21.
What translation should I read Mark 9:21 in?
Mark 9:21 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 9:21?
Mark 9:21 reads (AKJV): “And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came to him? And he said, Of a child. ” 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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