If your foot causes you to sin, cut it off! It is better to enter life lame than to have two feet and be thrown into hell.
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If your eye causes you to sin, tear it out! It is better to enter into the kingdom of God with one eye than to have two eyes and be thrown into hell,
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where their worm never dies and the fire is never quenched.
Mark 9:48 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Mark 9:48 say?
Mark 9:48 in the NET Bible reads: “where their worm never dies and the fire is never quenched.”
Where is Mark 9:48 in the Bible?
Mark 9:48 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 9, verse 48.
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 9:48.
What translation should I read Mark 9:48 in?
Mark 9:48 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 9:48?
Mark 9:48 reads (NET): “where their worm never dies and the fire is never quenched.” 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.