Mark 9:41 | Bible Study

Mark 9:41

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

¶ For whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in my name, because ye belong to Christ, verily I say unto you, he shall not lose his reward.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Indeed, whoever gives you even a cup of water to drink because you come in the name of the Messiah -- yes! I tell you that he will certainly not lose his reward.

Berean Standard Bible:

Indeed, if anyone gives you even a cup of water because you bear the name of Christ, truly I tell you, he will never lose his reward.

American Standard Version:

For whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink, because ye are Christ’s, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

For^{G1063} whosoever^{G3739}^{G302} shall give^{G4222} you^{G5209} a cup^{G4221} of water^{G5204} to drink^{G4222} in^{G1722} my^{G3450} name^{G3686}, because^{G3754} ye belong^{G2075} to Christ^{G5547}, verily^{G281} I say^{G3004} unto you^{G5213}, he shall^{G622} not^{G3364} lose^{G622} his^{G846} reward^{G3408}.

Cross-References (KJV):

Matthew 10:42

And whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold [water] only in the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward.

Matthew 25:40

And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done [it] unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done [it] unto me.

Romans 8:9

But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.

Romans 14:15

But if thy brother be grieved with [thy] meat, now walkest thou not charitably. Destroy not him with thy meat, for whom Christ died.

1 Corinthians 15:23

But every man in his own order: Christ the firstfruits; afterward they that are Christ's at his coming.

John 19:25

Now there stood by the cross of Jesus his mother, and his mother's sister, Mary the [wife] of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalene.

John 19:27

Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother! And from that hour that disciple took her unto his own [home].

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Commentary for Mark 9:41

Mark 9:41 is a verse that reflects the theme of hospitality and reward in the context of early Christian communities. The historical setting is within the ministry of Jesus Christ, as he teaches his disciples about the nature of true discipleship and the Kingdom of God. This verse is part of a larger discourse where Jesus emphasizes the importance of welcoming and supporting those who serve God, even in the smallest of gestures, such as offering a cup of water.

In the verse, Jesus assures his followers that acts of kindness done for them, because of their association with Christ, will not go unrecognized. The phrase "in my name" suggests that the act is done with the acknowledgment of Jesus' authority and mission. The promise of reward indicates a divine recognition of good deeds, reinforcing the idea that even seemingly minor acts of generosity are significant in the eyes of God.

This teaching would have been particularly relevant to early Christians who were often traveling and reliant on the hospitality of others. It served to encourage generosity within the community and to reassure both the givers and receivers of hospitality that their actions were spiritually meaningful. The verse also reflects the inclusive nature of Jesus' message, as it suggests that not only his immediate disciples but all who act in his name will share in divine blessings.

In summary, Mark 9:41 underscores the importance of hospitality and service to others, especially to those who are followers of Christ. It promises divine reward for even the simplest acts of kindness done in Jesus' name, highlighting the value that the Christian faith places on compassion and community support. This teaching would have been particularly poignant for the itinerant early Christians, reinforcing the bonds of their faith community and encouraging acts of charity.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

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.
Strong's Number: G3739
There are 1215 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὅς
Transliteration: hós
Pronunciation: ho
Description: probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article ὁ); the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that:--one, (an-, the) other, some, that, what, which, who(-m, -se), etc. See also οὗ.
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.
Strong's Number: G4222
There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ποτίζω
Transliteration: potízō
Pronunciation: pot-id'-zo
Description: from a derivative of the alternate of πίνω; to furnish drink, irrigate:--give (make) to drink, feed, water.
Strong's Number: G5209
There are 388 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμᾶς
Transliteration: hymâs
Pronunciation: hoo-mas'
Description: accusative case of ὑμεῖς; you (as the objective of a verb or preposition):--ye, you (+ -ward), your (+ own).
Strong's Number: G4221
There are 30 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ποτήριον
Transliteration: potḗrion
Pronunciation: pot-ay'-ree-on
Description: neuter of a derivative of the alternate of πίνω; a drinking-vessel; by extension, the contents thereof, i.e. a cupful (draught); figuratively, a lot or fate:--cup.
Strong's Number: G5204
There are 70 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὕδωρ
Transliteration: hýdōr
Pronunciation: hoo'-dat-os
Description: from the base of ὑετός; water (as if rainy) literally or figuratively:--water.
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.
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.
Strong's Number: G3686
There are 214 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὄνομα
Transliteration: ónoma
Pronunciation: on'-om-ah
Description: from a presumed derivative of the base of γινώσκω (compare ὀνίνημι); a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character):--called, (+ sur-)name(-d).
Strong's Number: G3754
There are 1189 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὅτι
Transliteration: hóti
Pronunciation: hot'-ee
Description: neuter of ὅστις as conjunction; demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because:--as concerning that, as though, because (that), for (that), how (that), (in) that, though, why.
Strong's Number: G2075
There are 88 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐστέ
Transliteration: esté
Pronunciation: es-teh'
Description: second person plural present indicative of εἰμί; ye are:--be, have been, belong.
Strong's Number: G5547
There are 530 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Χριστός
Transliteration: Christós
Pronunciation: khris-tos'
Description: from χρίω; anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus:--Christ.
Strong's Number: G281
There are 208 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀμήν
Transliteration: amḗn
Pronunciation: am-ane'
Description: of Hebrew origin (אָמֵן); properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it):--amen, verily.
Strong's Number: G3004
There are 1244 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: λέγω
Transliteration: légō
Pronunciation: leg'-o
Description: a primary verb; properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas ἔπω and φημί generally refer to an individual expression or speech respectively; while ῥέω is properly to break silence merely, and λαλέω means an extended or random harangue)); by implication, to mean:--ask, bid, boast, call, describe, give out, name, put forth, say(-ing, on), shew, speak, tell, utter.
Strong's Number: G5213
There are 567 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμῖν
Transliteration: hymîn
Pronunciation: hoo-min'
Description: irregular dative case of ὑμεῖς; to (with or by) you:--ye, you, your(-selves).
Strong's Number: G622
There are 86 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀπόλλυμι
Transliteration: apóllymi
Pronunciation: ap-ol'-loo-mee
Description: from ἀπό and the base of ὄλεθρος; to destroy fully (reflexively, to perish, or lose), literally or figuratively:--destroy, die, lose, mar, perish.
Strong's Number: G3364
There are 84 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: οὐ μή
Transliteration: ou mḗ
Pronunciation: oo may
Description: i.e. οὐ and μή; a double negative strengthening the denial; not at all:--any more, at all, by any (no) means, neither, never, no (at all), in no case (wise), nor ever, not (at all, in any wise). Compare μὴ οὐκ.
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: G3408
There are 28 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μισθός
Transliteration: misthós
Pronunciation: mis-thos'
Description: apparently a primary word; pay for service (literally or figuratively), good or bad:--hire, reward, wages.

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