Mark 12:36

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

For David himself said by the Holy Ghost, The LORD said to my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, till I make thine enemies thy footstool.

Complete Jewish Bible:

David himself, inspired by the Ruach HaKodesh, said, `ADONAI said to my Lord, "Sit here at my right hand until I put your enemies under your feet." '

Berean Standard Bible:

Speaking by the Holy Spirit, David himself declared: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’

American Standard Version:

David himself said in the Holy Spirit, The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, Till I make thine enemies the footstool of thy feet.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

For^{G1063} David^{G1138} himself^{G846} said^{G2036} by^{G1722} the Holy^{G40} Ghost^{G4151}, The LORD^{G2962} said^{G2036} to my^{G3450} Lord^{G2962}, Sit thou^{G2521} on^{G1537} my^{G3450} right hand^{G1188}, till^{{G2193}{G302}} I make^{G5087} thine^{G4675} enemies^{G2190} thy^{G4675} footstool^{{G5286}{G4228}}.

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Commentary for Mark 12:36

Mark 12:36 is a verse where Jesus is speaking to a crowd in Jerusalem, during the last week of His ministry before His crucifixion. This verse is part of a larger discourse where Jesus is challenging the religious leaders of the time, specifically the Sadducees, who did not believe in the resurrection. In this verse, Jesus is quoting Psalm 110:1, which is attributed to King David. By citing this psalm, Jesus is making a profound theological point about His own identity and the nature of the Messiah.

The themes present in this verse include the authority of Scripture, the divinity of Jesus, and the concept of the Messiah as a figure who transcends the typical expectations of a political or military leader. By affirming that David spoke "by the Holy Ghost," Jesus is emphasizing the inspired and authoritative nature of the Hebrew Scriptures (the Old Testament). The quote from Psalms, "The LORD said to my Lord," reflects a conversation between two distinct entities, with David referring to the Messiah as "my Lord," indicating a recognition of the Messiah's divine authority.

Historically, this verse reflects the tension between various Jewish sects regarding the interpretation of messianic prophecies. The Pharisees, who believed in the resurrection and the coming of the Messiah, would have been more open to Jesus' interpretation, while the Sadducees, who denied both, would have found it deeply challenging. Jesus' statement here also foreshadows His own resurrection and ascension, where He would be seated at the right hand of God, a position of honor and power.

In summary, Mark 12:36 showcases Jesus' engagement with the religious leaders of His time, using the Scriptures to affirm His messianic identity and divine authority. It highlights the continuity between the Old Testament and the New Testament, the belief in the resurrection, and the expectation of the Messiah's ultimate triumph over His enemies. This verse is a cornerstone in Christian theology for understanding Jesus' role in salvation history and His fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G1063
   There are 1016 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: γάρ
   Transliteration: gár
   Pronunciation: gar
   Description: a primary particle; properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles):--and, as, because (that), but, even, for, indeed, no doubt, seeing, then, therefore, verily, what, why, yet.
   
2. Strong's Number: G1138
   There are 54 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: Δαβίδ
   Transliteration: Dabíd
   Pronunciation: dab-eed'
   Description: of Hebrew origin (דָּוִד); Dabid (i.e. David), the Israelite king:--David.
   
3. Strong's Number: G846
   There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: αὐτός
   Transliteration: autós
   Pronunciation: ow-tos'
   Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
   
4. Strong's Number: G2036
   There are 901 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἔπω
   Transliteration: épō
   Pronunciation: ep'-o
   Description: a primary verb (used only in the definite past tense, the others being borrowed from ἐρέω, ῥέω, and φημί); to speak or say (by word or writing):--answer, bid, bring word, call, command, grant, say (on), speak, tell. Compare λέγω.
   
5. Strong's Number: G1722
   There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐν
   Transliteration: en
   Pronunciation: en
   Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
   
6. Strong's Number: G40
   There are 1382 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἅγιος
   Transliteration: hágios
   Pronunciation: hag'-ee-os
   Description: from (an awful thing) (compare ἁγνός, θάλπω); sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated):--(most) holy (one, thing), saint.
   
7. Strong's Number: G4151
   There are 350 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πνεῦμα
   Transliteration: pneûma
   Pronunciation: pnyoo'-mah
   Description: from πνέω; a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, mental disposition, etc., or (superhuman) an angel, demon, or (divine) God, Christ's spirit, the Holy Spirit:--ghost, life, spirit(-ual, -ually), mind. Compare ψυχή.
   
8. Strong's Number: G2962
   There are 687 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: κύριος
   Transliteration: kýrios
   Pronunciation: koo'-ree-os
   Description: from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title):-- God, Lord, master, Sir.
   
9. Strong's Number: G3450
   There are 471 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μοῦ
   Transliteration: moû
   Pronunciation: moo
   Description: the simpler form of ἐμοῦ; of me:--I, me, mine (own), my.
   
10. Strong's Number: G2521
    There are 87 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: κάθημαι
    Transliteration: káthēmai
    Pronunciation: kath'-ay-mahee
    Description: from κατά; and (to sit; akin to the base of ἑδραῖος); to sit down; figuratively, to remain, reside:--dwell, sit (by, down).
    
11. Strong's Number: G1537
    There are 761 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐκ
    Transliteration: ek
    Pronunciation: ex
    Description: a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; literal or figurative; direct or remote):--after, among, X are, at, betwixt(-yond), by (the means of), exceedingly, (+ abundantly above), for(- th), from (among, forth, up), + grudgingly, + heartily, X heavenly, X hereby, + very highly, in, …ly, (because, by reason) of, off (from), on, out among (from, of), over, since, X thenceforth, through, X unto, X vehemently, with(-out). Often used in composition, with the same general import; often of completion.
    
12. Strong's Number: G1188
    There are 53 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: δεξιός
    Transliteration: dexiós
    Pronunciation: dex-ee-os'
    Description: from δέχομαι; the right side or (feminine) hand (as that which usually takes):--right (hand, side).
    
13. Strong's Number: G2193
    There are 139 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἕως
    Transliteration: héōs
    Pronunciation: heh'-oce
    Description: of uncertain affinity; a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place):--even (until, unto), (as) far (as), how long, (un-)til(-l), (hither-, un-, up) to, while(-s).
    
14. Strong's Number: G302
    There are 241 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἄν
    Transliteration: án
    Pronunciation: an
    Description: a primary particle, denoting a supposition, wish, possibility or uncertainty:--(what-, where-, wither-, who-)soever. Usually unexpressed except by the subjunctive or potential mood. Also contracted for ἐάν.
    
15. Strong's Number: G5087
    There are 94 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: τίθημι
    Transliteration: títhēmi
    Pronunciation: theh'-o
    Description: a prolonged form of a primary (which is used only as alternate in certain tenses); to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from ἵστημι, which properly denotes an upright and active position, while κεῖμαι is properly reflexive and utterly prostrate):--+ advise, appoint, bow, commit, conceive, give, X kneel down, lay (aside, down, up), make, ordain, purpose, put, set (forth), settle, sink down.
    
16. Strong's Number: G4675
    There are 360 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: σοῦ
    Transliteration: soû
    Pronunciation: soo
    Description: genitive case of σύ; of thee, thy:--X home, thee, thine (own), thou, thy.
    
17. Strong's Number: G2190
    There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐχθρός
    Transliteration: echthrós
    Pronunciation: ech-thros'
    Description: from a primary (to hate); hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially Satan):--enemy, foe.
    
18. Strong's Number: G5286
    There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ὑποπόδιον
    Transliteration: hypopódion
    Pronunciation: hoop-op-od'-ee-on
    Description: neuter of a compound of ὑπό and πούς; something under the feet, i.e. a foot-rest (figuratively):--footstool.
    
19. Strong's Number: G4228
    There are 86 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: πούς
    Transliteration: poús
    Pronunciation: pooce
    Description: a primary word; a "foot" (figuratively or literally):--foot(-stool).