Mark 7:14
And when he had called all the people unto him, he said unto them, Hearken unto me every one of you, and understand:
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 12
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
προσκαλεσάμενος
when he had called
G4341
προσκαλεσάμενος
when he had called
Strong's:
G4341
Word #:
2 of 12
to call toward oneself, i.e., summon, invite
τὸν
G3588
τὸν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 12
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ὄχλον
the people
G3793
ὄχλον
the people
Strong's:
G3793
Word #:
5 of 12
a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
ἔλεγεν
unto him he said
G3004
ἔλεγεν
unto him he said
Strong's:
G3004
Word #:
6 of 12
properly, to "lay" forth, i.e., (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas g2036 and g5346 generally refer to an
αὐτοῖς
unto them
G846
αὐτοῖς
unto them
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
7 of 12
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
Cross References
Isaiah 6:9And he said, Go, and tell this people, Hear ye indeed, but understand not; and see ye indeed, but perceive not.Acts 8:30And Philip ran thither to him, and heard him read the prophet Esaias, and said, Understandest thou what thou readest?Proverbs 8:5O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart.Matthew 15:10And he called the multitude, and said unto them, Hear, and understand:
Historical Context
First-century Jewish context and Roman occupation shaped these interactions. Archaeological and historical evidence confirms Gospel accounts' accuracy. Early church fathers interpreted these Christologically, seeing fulfillment in Christ and application to church practice.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse challenge modern assumptions about religion, discipleship, or salvation?
- What specific application should this truth have in your daily life and witness?
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Analysis & Commentary
And when he had called all the people... Jesus teaches crowds about defilement. This passage demonstrates Christ's divine authority and teaching, challenging religious traditions while establishing kingdom principles. Reformed theology sees here the fulfillment of Old Testament promises and the pattern for New Covenant faith.