King James Version

What Does Mark 1:28 Mean?

Mark 1:28 in the King James Version says “And immediately his fame spread abroad throughout all the region round about Galilee. — study this verse from Mark chapter 1 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

And immediately his fame spread abroad throughout all the region round about Galilee.

Mark 1:28 · KJV


Context

26

And when the unclean spirit had torn him, and cried with a loud voice, he came out of him.

27

And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? what new doctrine is this? for with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.

28

And immediately his fame spread abroad throughout all the region round about Galilee.

29

And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John.

30

But Simon's wife's mother lay sick of a fever, and anon they tell him of her.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Mark's characteristic 'immediately' (Greek: euthys) appears forty-one times in his Gospel, emphasizing the rapid spread of Christ's fame following His authoritative teaching and exorcism. This demonstrates the sovereignty of God in drawing people to witness Christ's ministry, fulfilling the divine timetable for revelation. The geographical spread throughout Galilee prepared hearts for the gospel message.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Galilee in 30 AD was densely populated with numerous villages within walking distance. News traveled quickly through social networks in this agrarian society. Mark, likely writing to Roman Christians around 65 AD, emphasizes action and immediacy throughout his fast-paced Gospel account.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does the rapid spread of Christ's fame demonstrate God's sovereign orchestration of His redemptive plan?
  2. In what ways can our lives create a 'fame' for Christ that draws others to investigate His claims?

Original Language Analysis

Greek · 12 words
ἐξῆλθεν1 of 12

spread abroad

G1831

to issue (literally or figuratively)

δὲ2 of 12

And

G1161

but, and, etc

3 of 12
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

ἀκοὴ4 of 12

fame

G189

hearing (the act, the sense or the thing heard)

αὐτοῦ5 of 12

his

G846

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

εὐθὺς6 of 12

immediately

G2117

straight, i.e., (literally) level, or (figuratively) true; adverbially (of time) at once

εἰς7 of 12

throughout

G1519

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

ὅλην8 of 12

all

G3650

"whole" or "all", i.e., complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb

τὴν9 of 12
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

περίχωρον10 of 12

the region round about

G4066

around the region, i.e., circumjacent (as noun, with g1093 implied vicinity)

τῆς11 of 12
G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

Γαλιλαίας12 of 12

Galilee

G1056

galilaea (i.e., the heathen circle), a region of palestine


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Mark. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Mark 1:28 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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