Mark 14:17

And in the evening he cometh with the twelve.

And {G2532} in {G1096} the evening {G3798} he cometh {G2064} with {G3326} the twelve {G1427}.

When evening came, Yeshua arrived with the Twelve.

When evening came, Jesus arrived with the Twelve.

And when it was evening he cometh with the twelve.

Commentary

Mark 14:17 sets the stage for one of the most pivotal moments in the New Testament: the Last Supper. This brief verse, "And in the evening he cometh with the twelve," marks the arrival of Jesus and His disciples at the pre-arranged location for the Passover meal, moments before profound teachings, a new covenant, and ultimate betrayal.

Context

This verse follows directly after Jesus' instructions to His disciples regarding the preparation for the Passover feast. In Mark 14:13-16, Jesus sends two disciples to the city, instructing them to follow a man carrying a pitcher of water, who would lead them to an upper room prepared for their use. The meticulous detail in Jesus' instructions highlights His divine foresight and control over the unfolding events. The "evening" signifies the beginning of the Jewish day according to their reckoning, and the traditional time for the Passover Seder to commence.

Key Themes

  • Divine Orchestration: Even in what appears to be a simple arrival, there's a clear sense that Jesus is operating within a divinely appointed timetable. Every detail, from the location to the timing, is part of God's sovereign plan leading to His ultimate sacrifice.
  • Fellowship and Intimacy: The gathering of "the twelve" with Jesus underscores the intimacy of this final meal before His crucifixion. It was a moment of deep communion and teaching, even with the knowledge that one among them would betray Him.
  • Imminent Fulfillment: The arrival signals the commencement of the events leading directly to Jesus' passion, including the institution of the new covenant, the betrayal, and His arrest.

Linguistic Insights

The Greek word for "cometh" is erchetai (ἔρχΡται), which is in the present tense. This can imply an active, ongoing movement, emphasizing the deliberate and purposeful nature of Jesus' arrival. He isn't merely showing up; He is moving intentionally towards the fulfillment of His mission.

Related Scriptures

The events immediately following this verse are crucial. Jesus' arrival with the twelve leads directly to the institution of the Last Supper, where He redefines the Passover meal, establishing a new covenant in His blood. The presence of "the twelve" also tragically includes Judas Iscariot, whose betrayal is soon to follow, setting in motion the events of Jesus' arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Practical Application

Mark 14:17, though brief, reminds us that even seemingly ordinary moments in life can be part of God's larger, intricate plan. Jesus' deliberate movement towards the Passover table, knowing what awaited Him, exemplifies His unwavering commitment to His mission and His willingness to embrace suffering for humanity's salvation. For believers today, it encourages us to trust in God's perfect timing and to recognize the sacredness of fellowship, even when challenges or betrayals may be on the horizon. It also highlights the significance of the communion meal, a memorial to this very event.

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Cross-References

  • Luke 22:14

    And when the hour was come, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him.

  • Luke 22:21

    ΒΆ But, behold, the hand of him that betrayeth me [is] with me on the table.

  • Luke 22:23

    And they began to enquire among themselves, which of them it was that should do this thing.

  • John 13:21

    When Jesus had thus said, he was troubled in spirit, and testified, and said, Verily, verily, I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me.

  • John 13:26

    Jesus answered, He it is, to whom I shall give a sop, when I have dipped [it]. And when he had dipped the sop, he gave [it] to Judas Iscariot, [the son] of Simon.

  • Matthew 26:20

    Now when the even was come, he sat down with the twelve.

  • Matthew 26:24

    The Son of man goeth as it is written of him: but woe unto that man by whom the Son of man is betrayed! it had been good for that man if he had not been born.
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