Mark 7:11
But ye say, If a man shall say to his father or mother, It is Corban, that is to say, a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me; he shall be free.
Original Language Analysis
λέγετε
say
G3004
λέγετε
say
Strong's:
G3004
Word #:
3 of 20
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
ἐὰν
If
G1437
ἐὰν
If
Strong's:
G1437
Word #:
4 of 20
a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
τῷ
G3588
τῷ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
7 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
πατρὶ
to his father
G3962
πατρὶ
to his father
Strong's:
G3962
Word #:
8 of 20
a "father" (literally or figuratively, near or more remote)
τῇ
G3588
τῇ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
μητρί
mother
G3384
μητρί
mother
Strong's:
G3384
Word #:
11 of 20
a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
Κορβᾶν
It is Corban
G2878
Κορβᾶν
It is Corban
Strong's:
G2878
Word #:
12 of 20
a votive offering and the offering; a consecrated present (to the temple fund); by extension (the latter term) the treasury itself, i.e., the room whe
ὅ
G3739
ὅ
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
13 of 20
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
ἐστιν
is to say
G2076
ἐστιν
is to say
Strong's:
G2076
Word #:
14 of 20
he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are
ὃ
G3739
ὃ
Strong's:
G3739
Word #:
16 of 20
the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
ἐὰν
If
G1437
ἐὰν
If
Strong's:
G1437
Word #:
17 of 20
a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
Historical Context
First-century Palestinian Jewish context under Roman occupation shapes the narrative. Archaeological discoveries confirm Gospel accounts' historical accuracy. Ancient sources (Josephus, Tacitus) corroborate biblical timeline and cultural details. Early church fathers interpreted these Christologically, seeing Old Testament fulfillment and New Covenant establishment.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse reveal Christ's person and work in redemptive history?
- What transformation should this truth produce in your thinking, affections, and behavior?
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Analysis & Commentary
Mark 7:11 This passage continues Mark's fast-paced narrative demonstrating Jesus' divine authority, miraculous power, and confrontation with religious establishment. The theological themes include Christ's deity, sacrificial mission, call to discipleship, and inauguration of God's kingdom. Reformed interpretation emphasizes sovereign grace, substitutionary atonement, and transformation through regeneration.