And Jesus entered into Jerusalem, and into the temple: and when he had looked round about upon all things, and now the eventide was come, he went out unto Bethany with the twelve.
And {G2532} Jesus {G2424} entered {G1525} into {G1519} Jerusalem {G2414}, and {G2532} into {G1519} the temple {G2411}: and {G2532} when he had looked round about upon {G4017} all things {G3956}, and now {G2235} the eventide {G3798}{G5610} was come {G5607}, he went out {G1831} unto {G1519} Bethany {G963} with {G3326} the twelve {G1427}.
Yeshua entered Yerushalayim, went into the Temple courts and took a good look at everything; but since it was now late, he went out with the Twelve to Beit-Anyah.
Then Jesus entered Jerusalem and went into the temple courts. He looked around at everything, but since it was already late, He went out to Bethany with the Twelve.
And he entered into Jerusalem, into the temple; and when he had looked round about upon all things, it being now eventide, he went out unto Bethany with the twelve.
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John 8:1
¶ Jesus went unto the mount of Olives. -
John 8:2
And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them. -
Luke 21:37
And in the day time he was teaching in the temple; and at night he went out, and abode in the mount that is called [the mount] of Olives. -
Luke 21:38
And all the people came early in the morning to him in the temple, for to hear him. -
Luke 19:41
¶ And when he was come near, he beheld the city, and wept over it, -
Luke 19:45
And he went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold therein, and them that bought; -
Matthew 21:10
And when he was come into Jerusalem, all the city was moved, saying, Who is this?
Mark 11:11 offers a concise yet profound snapshot of Jesus' first evening in Jerusalem during what is traditionally known as Passion Week, immediately following His triumphal entry. It highlights His deliberate actions and observations upon arriving at the epicenter of Jewish religious life.
Context
This verse takes place on what is often called Palm Sunday. Having just entered Jerusalem to acclamations and shouts of "Hosanna" (as described in Mark 11:9-10), Jesus proceeds directly to the Temple. Unlike His subsequent actions the next day, His purpose here is not immediate teaching or cleansing, but rather a silent, thorough observation. The "eventide" (evening) signifies the close of the day, prompting His withdrawal to Bethany, a village just outside Jerusalem, often His place of rest and refuge during this intense week.
Key Themes
Linguistic Insights
The phrase "looked round about upon all things" translates the Greek verb `περιβλέπω` (periblepō). This word implies a careful, comprehensive survey or inspection, suggesting a deliberate and searching gaze rather than a superficial look. Jesus was taking everything in, discerning the spiritual and physical state of the Temple, which was meant to be a "house of prayer" (Mark 11:17) but had become corrupted.
Practical Application
Mark 11:11 teaches us the importance of observation and discernment. Like Jesus, we are called to carefully assess our surroundings, especially in places of worship or spiritual significance, before acting. It also reminds us of the wisdom in strategic withdrawal and finding times of rest and refuge, even when faced with significant spiritual battles or demanding circumstances. Jesus' example encourages us to be discerning, patient, and to seek spiritual replenishment.