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Mark 9:30 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Mark 9:30 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 9 verse 30 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Jesus Again Foretells His Death
“And they departed thence, and passed through Galilee; and he would not that any man should know it.”
Mark 9:30 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 9:30
After the exorcism, 'they departed thence, and passed through Galilee; and he would not that any man should know it' (ἐξελθόντες ἐκεῖθεν παρεπορεύοντο διὰ τῆς Γαλιλαίας, καὶ οὐκ ἤθελεν ἵνα τις γνοῖ). Jesus avoided publicity, continuing the 'messianic secret' theme. His secrecy had strategic purpose: focusing on disciple training rather than popular acclaim. The phrase 'passed through' (pareporeuonto, παρεπορεύοντο) suggests deliberate travel without public ministry stops. Jesus was journeying toward Jerusalem and death (v. 31), and needed focused time to prepare disciples for the coming crisis...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 9:30
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“he said to his disciples”
“Jesus said to them”
“What then shall I do to Jesus, who is called Christ? They all said to him”
“You come apart into a deserted place, and rest awhile. For there were many coming and going”