Mark 14:41

And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take [your] rest: it is enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.

And {G2532} he cometh {G2064} the third time {G5154}, and {G2532} saith {G3004} unto them {G846}, Sleep on {G2518} now {G3063}, and {G2532} take your rest {G373}: it is enough {G566}, the hour {G5610} is come {G2064}; behold {G2400}, the Son {G5207} of man {G444} is betrayed {G3860} into {G1519} the hands {G5495} of sinners {G268}.

The third time, he came and said to them, "For now, go on sleeping, take your rest. . . .There, that's enough! The time has come! Look! The Son of Man is being betrayed into the hands of sinners!

When Jesus returned the third time, He said, โ€œAre you still sleeping and resting? That is enough! The hour has come. Look, the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.

And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is enough; the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.

Commentary

Context

The setting for Mark 14:41 is the Garden of Gethsemane, a place of intense spiritual struggle for Jesus just after the Last Supper. Jesus had taken Peter, James, and John deeper into the garden, asking them to watch and pray with Him while He wrestled in agony over the impending crucifixion. This verse marks His third return to find them asleep, despite His clear instruction to be vigilant. The stark contrast between Jesus' profound anguish and the disciples' repeated inability to stay awake highlights human weakness in the face of divine purpose and the gravity of the approaching events.

Key Themes

  • The Fading Opportunity for Vigilance: Jesus' words, "Sleep on now, and take your rest," are not a literal permission but an ironic lament. The moment for watchful prayer, for supporting their Lord in His darkest hour, has passed. Their spiritual drowsiness reflects a lack of preparedness for the trials to come, a theme also echoed in Matthew 26:41.
  • The Arrival of 'The Hour': This phrase, "it is enough, the hour is come," signifies the precise, divinely appointed moment for Jesus' betrayal and arrest. It marks the culmination of His earthly ministry and the beginning of His ultimate sacrifice. This 'hour' is a recurring theme in the Gospels, particularly in John's Gospel, indicating the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan (see John 13:1). There is no more time for preparation or hesitation.
  • Betrayal and Surrender: The immediate declaration, "behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners," signals the rapid transition from prayer to the onset of the passion. Jesus, fully aware of His betrayer, Judas Iscariot, and the hostile crowd, willingly surrenders Himself to God's will, even into the hands of those who would crucify Him (Mark 14:43).

Linguistic Insights

The King James Version phrase "it is enough" translates the Greek word apechei (แผ€ฯ€ฮญฯ‡ฮตฮน). This term carries significant weight and can mean "it is sufficient," "it is finished," or "it has received its due/full payment." In this solemn context, it powerfully conveys that the time for watching and praying is definitively over; the predetermined moment for action โ€“ for the betrayal and arrest โ€“ has arrived. It's a declaration of divine timing and the irreversible turning point in Gethsemane, not a casual remark.

Practical Application

Mark 14:41 serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of spiritual alertness and vigilance. Like the disciples, we can become spiritually drowsy, missing crucial moments for prayer, intercession, or faithful action. Jesus' example in Gethsemane demonstrates the power of submission to God's will, even when it leads to suffering. The verse challenges us to consider if we are truly prepared for the "hour" when God calls us to respond, whether in trial, service, or witness, recognizing the constant need for spiritual discipline and reliance on God's strength.

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Cross-References

  • Mark 9:31

    For he taught his disciples, and said unto them, The Son of man is delivered into the hands of men, and they shall kill him; and after that he is killed, he shall rise the third day.

  • Mark 14:35

    And he went forward a little, and fell on the ground, and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him.

  • John 17:1

    ยถ These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee:

  • Ezekiel 20:39

    As for you, O house of Israel, thus saith the Lord GOD; Go ye, serve ye every one his idols, and hereafter [also], if ye will not hearken unto me: but pollute ye my holy name no more with your gifts, and with your idols.

  • Mark 14:18

    And as they sat and did eat, Jesus said, Verily I say unto you, One of you which eateth with me shall betray me.

  • John 12:27

    ยถ Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this hour.

  • John 12:23

    And Jesus answered them, saying, The hour is come, that the Son of man should be glorified.
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