Mark 1:10
And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened, and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him:
And {G2532} straightway {G2112} coming up {G305} out of {G575} the water {G5204}, he saw {G1492} the heavens {G3772} opened {G4977}, and {G2532} the Spirit {G4151} like {G5616} a dove {G4058} descending {G2597} upon {G1909} him {G846}:
Immediately upon coming up out of the water, he saw heaven torn open and the Spirit descending upon him like a dove;
As soon as Jesus came up out of the water, He saw the heavens breaking open and the Spirit descending on Him like a dove.
And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens rent asunder, and the Spirit as a dove descending upon him:
Cross-References
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Luke 3:22 (8 votes)
And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven, which said, Thou art my beloved Son; in thee I am well pleased. -
John 1:31 (7 votes)
And I knew him not: but that he should be made manifest to Israel, therefore am I come baptizing with water. -
John 1:34 (7 votes)
And I saw, and bare record that this is the Son of God. -
Isaiah 64:1 (6 votes)
¶ Oh that thou wouldest rend the heavens, that thou wouldest come down, that the mountains might flow down at thy presence, -
Matthew 3:16 (6 votes)
And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him: -
Isaiah 42:1 (5 votes)
¶ Behold my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect, [in whom] my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles.
Commentary
Mark 1:10 describes a pivotal moment in the ministry of Jesus Christ: His baptism in the Jordan River, immediately followed by a profound divine affirmation. As Jesus emerged from the water, He witnessed a dramatic opening of the heavens and the visible descent of the Holy Spirit upon Him, appearing "like a dove."
Context
This verse immediately follows Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist, a significant event that marked the beginning of Jesus' public ministry. John had been preaching a message of repentance and baptism for the forgiveness of sins (Mark 1:4), and Jesus' participation, though sinless, signified His identification with humanity and His commitment to fulfill all righteousness.
Key Themes
Linguistic Insights
Practical Application
Mark 1:10 offers several insights for believers today:
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