Mark 16:10

[And] she went and told them that had been with him, as they mourned and wept.

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She went and told those who had been with him, as they were crying and mourning.

She went and told those who had been with Him, who were mourning and weeping.

She went and told them that had been with him, as they mourned and wept.

Mark 16:10 (KJV) continues the narrative of Jesus' resurrection, focusing on the immediate aftermath of His first appearance to Mary Magdalene.

Context

This verse is part of what is traditionally known as the "longer ending of Mark" (Mark 16:9-20), though its authenticity is debated by some scholars. Regardless of textual criticism, it provides valuable insight into the early post-resurrection period. Following her direct encounter with the risen Lord (as described in Mark 16:9 and more extensively in John 20:14-16), Mary Magdalene is depicted fulfilling a crucial role: an evangelist. She goes to the disciples, who, unaware of the resurrection, were still consumed by profound sorrow and grief over Jesus' death.

Key Themes

  • The First Messenger of the Resurrection: Mary Magdalene is presented as the first person to proclaim the news of Jesus' resurrection to His closest followers. Her immediate action highlights the urgency and transformative power of this message.
  • Disciples' Grief and Disbelief: The verse explicitly states the disciples "mourned and wept." This vividly portrays their initial state of profound sorrow and illustrates their human reaction to loss. Their subsequent disbelief upon hearing Mary's testimony, as mentioned in Mark 16:11, underscores the difficulty of comprehending such an extraordinary event, even for those who had followed Jesus closely.
  • The Contrast of Sorrow and Joy: This verse sets up a dramatic contrast between the disciples' deep mourning and the joyous, life-altering news Mary brings. It foreshadows the shift from profound sorrow to the overwhelming joy of the resurrection, a theme also echoed in John 16:20.

Linguistic Insights

The KJV phrases "mourned and wept" convey a deep, unreserved sorrow. The Greek words used here, pentheō (mourned) and klaiō (wept), emphasize a profound emotional distress, not just sadness but a public expression of grief, often accompanied by wailing or lamentation. This highlights the genuine despair the disciples felt before the truth of the resurrection became known.

Practical Application

Mark 16:10 offers several timeless lessons:

  • Sharing the Good News: Just as Mary Magdalene hurried to share the news of the risen Christ, believers today are called to share the transformative gospel message with those who are still in sorrow, doubt, or spiritual darkness.
  • Compassion for the Grieving: The verse reminds us of the reality of human grief and the importance of empathy. Even when we carry good news, we must approach those in sorrow with understanding and compassion.
  • Overcoming Disbelief: The disciples' initial disbelief is a reminder that faith often requires time and personal encounter. It encourages patience and persistence in sharing the truth, knowing that hearts may take time to grasp and accept profound spiritual realities.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • John 20:18

    Mary Magdalene came and told the disciples that she had seen the Lord, and [that] he had spoken these things unto her.

  • John 16:6

    But because I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath filled your heart.

  • Mark 14:72

    And the second time the cock crew. And Peter called to mind the word that Jesus said unto him, Before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice. And when he thought thereon, he wept.

  • Matthew 9:15

    And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber mourn, as long as the bridegroom is with them? but the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken from them, and then shall they fast.

  • Luke 24:17

    And he said unto them, What manner of communications [are] these that ye have one to another, as ye walk, and are sad?

  • Matthew 24:30

    And then shall appear the sign of the Son of man in heaven: and then shall all the tribes of the earth mourn, and they shall see the Son of man coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.

  • John 16:20

    Verily, verily, I say unto you, That ye shall weep and lament, but the world shall rejoice: and ye shall be sorrowful, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy.

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