Mark 6:12

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And they went out, and preached that men should repent.

Complete Jewish Bible:

So they set out and preached that people should turn from sin to God,

Berean Standard Bible:

So they set out and preached that the people should repent.

American Standard Version:

And they went out, and preached that men should repent.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And{G2532} they went out{G1831}, and preached{G2784} that{G2443} men should repent{G3340}.

Cross-References (KJV):

Matthew 4:17

  • From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

Acts 20:21

  • Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ.

Luke 13:3

  • I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.

Luke 11:32

  • The men of Nineve shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas [is] here.

Acts 2:38

  • Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.

Matthew 3:2

  • And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.

Acts 11:18

  • When they heard these things, they held their peace, and glorified God, saying, Then hath God also to the Gentiles granted repentance unto life.

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Commentary for Mark 6:12

Mark 6:12 is part of the narrative in the Gospel of Mark that describes the mission of the twelve apostles. In this verse, the apostles are sent out by Jesus to spread his message, with a specific instruction to call people to repentance. The concept of repentance in the biblical context involves a profound change of mind and heart, a turning away from sin and a turning toward God. This call to repentance is central to the ministry of Jesus and the apostles, as it was believed to be the necessary first step for individuals to enter the Kingdom of God.

The historical context of this verse is set within the Galilean ministry of Jesus, which is characterized by his teachings, miracles, and the growing tension between Jesus and the religious authorities of the time. The apostles' mission occurs after Jesus has begun to face opposition and rejection, yet he continues to empower his disciples to carry on his work. This commissioning of the apostles reflects Jesus' strategy to extend his ministry through others, preparing them for their future role in leading the early Christian church after his death and resurrection.

The themes present in Mark 6:12 include the authority of Jesus to send out his disciples, the urgency of the message of repentance, and the early church's emphasis on the need for personal transformation in response to the Gospel. The verse also highlights the beginnings of the Christian missionary movement, where the apostles are tasked with replicating Jesus' ministry by preaching, teaching, and healing, thus laying the groundwork for the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire and beyond.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

  1. 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.
  2. Strong's Number: G1831
    There are 216 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐξέρχομαι
    Transliteration: exérchomai
    Pronunciation: ex-er'-khom-ahee
    Description: from ἐκ and ἔρχομαι; to issue (literally or figuratively):--come (forth, out), depart (out of), escape, get out, go (abroad, away, forth, out, thence), proceed (forth), spread abroad.
  3. Strong's Number: G2784
    There are 60 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: κηρύσσω
    Transliteration: kērýssō
    Pronunciation: kay-roos'-so
    Description: of uncertain affinity; to herald (as a public crier), especially divine truth (the gospel):--preacher(-er), proclaim, publish.
  4. Strong's Number: G2443
    There are 535 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἵνα
    Transliteration: hína
    Pronunciation: hin'-ah
    Description: probably from the same as the former part of ἑαυτοῦ (through the demonstrative idea; compare ὁ); in order that (denoting the purpose or the result):--albeit, because, to the intent (that), lest, so as, (so) that, (for) to. Compare ἵνα μή.
  5. Strong's Number: G3340
    There are 32 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: μετανοέω
    Transliteration: metanoéō
    Pronunciation: met-an-o-eh'-o
    Description: from μετά and νοιέω; to think differently or afterwards, i.e. reconsider (morally, feel compunction):--repent.