Mark 13:9

Authorized King James Version

But take heed to yourselves: for they shall deliver you up to councils; and in the synagogues ye shall be beaten: and ye shall be brought before rulers and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them.

Word-by-Word Analysis

βλέπετε

G991

to look at (literally or figuratively)

δὲ

G1161

But

but, and, etc

ὑμεῖς

G5210

take heed

you (as subjective of verb)

ἑαυτούς·

G1438

to yourselves

(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc

παραδώσουσιν

G3860

they shall deliver

to surrender, i.e yield up, entrust, transmit

γὰρ

G1063

for

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

εἰς

G1519

for

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

συνέδρια

G4892

councils

a joint session, i.e., (specially), the jewish sanhedrin; by analogy, a subordinate tribunal

#10

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#11

εἰς

G1519

for

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#12

συναγωγὰς

G4864

the synagogues

an assemblage of persons; specially, a jewish "synagogue" (the meeting or the place); by analogy, a christian church

#13

δαρήσεσθε

G1194

ye shall be beaten

properly, to flay, i.e., (by implication) to scourge, or (by analogy) to thrash

#14

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#15

ἐπὶ

G1909

before

properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e., over, upon, etc.; of re

#16

ἡγεμόνων

G2232

rulers

a leader, i.e., chief person (or figuratively, place) of a province

#17

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#18

βασιλέων

G935

kings

a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)

#19

σταθήσεσθε

G2476

ye shall be brought

to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively)

#20

ἕνεκεν

G1752

sake

on account of

#21

ἐμοῦ

G1700

for my

of me

#22

εἰς

G1519

for

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#23

μαρτύριον

G3142

a testimony

something evidential, i.e., (genitive case) evidence given or (specially), the decalogue (in the sacred tabernacle)

#24

αὐτοῖς

G846

against them

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

Analysis

Within the broader context of Mark, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Mark.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Mark Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Mark chapter 13 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

Related Resources

Explore related topics, people, and study resources to deepen your understanding of this passage.

People

The Twelve Apostles

Study Resources

Parables of Jesus