Mark 6:12

King James Version:

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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}.

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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.