King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And let him that is in the field not turn back again for to take up his garment.
Complete Jewish Bible:
if someone is in the field, he must not turn back to get his coat.
Berean Standard Bible:
And let no one in the field return for his cloak.
American Standard Version:
and let him that is in the field not return back to take his cloak.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And{G2532} let{G1994} him that is{G5607} in{G1519} the field{G68} not{G3361} turn{G1519}{G1994} back{G3694} again{G1994} for to take up{G142} his{G846} garment{G2440}.
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Commentary for Mark 13:16
Mark 13:16 is part of the Olivet Discourse, where Jesus is speaking to his disciples about the end times and the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. This verse is situated within a larger apocalyptic discourse, where Jesus warns of the tribulations that will precede his return. The specific command in Mark 13:16 is a directive to those who will find themselves in the fields when these cataclysmic events occur. The instruction not to return for one's garment signifies the urgency and immediacy of the situation. In the historical context, this could refer to the impending siege of Jerusalem by the Romans in 70 AD, which indeed led to the Temple's destruction.
In this verse, the garment symbolizes personal possessions or anything that might hinder swift escape from imminent danger. The themes here include preparedness, the suddenness of divine judgment, and the need for decisive action in the face of apocalyptic events. This verse echoes the broader biblical motif of the necessity to be spiritually ready at all times, as the coming of the Lord will be unexpected. It also reflects the New Testament's call for believers to prioritize their spiritual well-being and eternal life over earthly concerns and material possessions. The urgency conveyed in this verse underscores the importance of heeding Jesus' teachings and being vigilant for the signs of the end times.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G1994
There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐπιστρέφω
Transliteration: epistréphō
Pronunciation: ep-ee-stref'-o
Description: from ἐπί and στρέφω; to revert (literally, figuratively or morally):--come (go) again, convert, (re-)turn (about, again). - Strong's Number: G5607
There are 154 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὤν
Transliteration: ṓn
Pronunciation: on
Description: present participle of εἰμί; being:--be, come, have. - Strong's Number: G1519
There are 1513 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: εἰς
Transliteration: eis
Pronunciation: ice
Description: a primary preposition; to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases:--(abundant-)ly, against, among, as, at, (back-)ward, before, by, concerning, + continual, + far more exceeding, for (intent, purpose), fore, + forth, in (among, at, unto, -so much that, -to), to the intent that, + of one mind, + never, of, (up-)on, + perish, + set at one again, (so) that, therefore(-unto), throughout, til, to (be, the end, -ward), (here-)until(-to), …ward, (where-)fore, with. Often used in composition with the same general import, but only with verbs (etc.) expressing motion (literally or figuratively). - Strong's Number: G68
There are 156 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀγρός
Transliteration: agrós
Pronunciation: ag-ros'
Description: from ἄγω; a field (as a drive for cattle); genitive case, the country; specially, a farm, i.e. hamlet:--country, farm, piece of ground, land. - Strong's Number: G3361
There are 602 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μή
Transliteration: mḗ
Pronunciation: may
Description: a primary particle of qualified negation (whereas οὐ expresses an absolute denial); (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas οὐ expects an affirmative one)) whether:--any but (that), X forbear, + God forbid, + lack, lest, neither, never, no (X wise in), none, nor, (can-)not, nothing, that not, un(-taken), without. Often used in compounds in substantially the same relations. See also ἐὰν μή, ἵνα μή, οὐ μή, μῆκος, μηκύνω, μήν, μὴ οὐκ. - Strong's Number: G3694
There are 36 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὀπίσω
Transliteration: opísō
Pronunciation: op-is'-o
Description: from the same as ὄπισθεν with enclitic of direction; to the back, i.e. aback (as adverb or preposition of time or place; or as noun):--after, back(-ward), (+ get) behind, + follow. - Strong's Number: G142
There are 168 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: αἴρω
Transliteration: aírō
Pronunciation: ah'-ee-ro
Description: a primary root; to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor); by Hebraism (compare נָשָׂא) to expiate sin:--away with, bear (up), carry, lift up, loose, make to doubt, put away, remove, take (away, up). - 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. - Strong's Number: G2440
There are 59 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἱμάτιον
Transliteration: himátion
Pronunciation: him-at'-ee-on
Description: neuter of a presumed derivative of ennumi (to put on); a dress (inner or outer):--apparel, cloke, clothes, garment, raiment, robe, vesture.