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Mark 2:27 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Mark 2:27 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 2 verse 27 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:”
Mark 2:27 (KJV)
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Commentary on Mark 2:27
Jesus states a foundational principle: 'The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath.' This revolutionizes Sabbath understanding. The verb 'was made' (ἐγένετο) indicates creation/institution—God designed Sabbath as gift to humanity. The prepositional phrase 'for man' expresses purpose—Sabbath exists to benefit humanity, not burden it. God instituted Sabbath rest as blessing: physical refreshment, spiritual renewal, worship opportunity. The Pharisees inverted this relationship, making humanity exist to serve Sabbath regulations. Jesus reclaims Sabbath's original purpose. Reformed t...
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Cross-References for Mark 2:27
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“or in drinking”
“I will ask you something: Is it lawful on the Sabbath to do good, or to do harm? To save a life, or to kill?”
“you”
“to be a sign between me and them”
“from doing your pleasure on my holy day; and call the Sabbath a delight”
“that you may know that I am Yahweh your God.”
“that the law of Moses may not be broken”
“and spoke with them from heaven”
“that the grace”