Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version And if she divorces her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery.” New Living Translation And if a woman divorces her husband and marries someone else, she commits adultery.” English Standard Version and if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery.” Berean Standard Bible And if a woman divorces her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery.” Berean Literal Bible And if a woman, having divorced her husband, should marry another, she commits adultery." King James Bible And if a woman shall put away her husband, and be married to another, she committeth adultery. New King James Version And if a woman divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery.” New American Standard Bible and if she herself divorces her husband and marries another man, she is committing adultery.” NASB 1995 and if she herself divorces her husband and marries another man, she is committing adultery.” NASB 1977 and if she herself divorces her husband and marries another man, she is committing adultery.” Legacy Standard Bible and if she herself divorces her husband and marries another man, she is committing adultery.” Amplified Bible and if a woman divorces her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery.” Christian Standard Bible Also, if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Also, if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery.” American Standard Version and if she herself shall put away her husband, and marry another, she committeth adultery. Contemporary English Version A woman who divorces her husband and marries again is also unfaithful." English Revised Version and if she herself shall put away her husband, and marry another, she committeth adultery. GOD'S WORD® Translation If a wife divorces her husband and marries another man, she is committing adultery." Good News Translation In the same way, a woman who divorces her husband and marries another man commits adultery." International Standard Version And if a woman divorces her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery." NET Bible And if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery." New Heart English Bible If she herself divorces her husband, and marries another, she commits adultery." Webster's Bible Translation And if a woman shall put away her husband, and be married to another, she committeth adultery. Weymouth New Testament and if a woman puts away her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd if a woman divorces her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery.” World English Bible If a woman herself divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand if a woman may put away her husband, and is married to another, she commits adultery.” Berean Literal Bible And if a woman, having divorced her husband, should marry another, she commits adultery." Young's Literal Translation and if a woman may put away her husband, and is married to another, she committeth adultery.' Smith's Literal Translation And if a woman should loose her husband, and be married to another, she commits adultery. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd if the wife shall put away her husband, and be married to another, she committeth adultery. Catholic Public Domain Version And if a wife dismisses her husband, and is married to another, she commits adultery.” New American Bible and if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery.” New Revised Standard Version and if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd if a woman divorces her husband, and marries another, she commits adultery. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “And if a woman divorces her husband and another man shall have her, she commits adultery.” NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand if a woman puts away her husband, and is married to another, she commits adultery. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament and if a wife put away her husband, and marrieth another, she committeth adultery. Mace New Testament and if a woman quits her husband and is married to another, she committeth adultery. Weymouth New Testament and if a woman puts away her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery." Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Teachings about Divorce…11So He told them, “Whoever divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery against her. 12And if a woman divorces her husband and marries another man, she commits adultery.” 13Now people were bringing the little children to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them, and the disciples rebuked those who brought them.… Cross References Matthew 5:32 But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, brings adultery upon her. And he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery. Matthew 19:9 Now I tell you that whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another woman commits adultery.” Luke 16:18 Anyone who divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery, and he who marries a divorced woman commits adultery. 1 Corinthians 7:10-11 To the married I give this command (not I, but the Lord): A wife must not separate from her husband. / But if she does, she must remain unmarried or else be reconciled to her husband. And a husband must not divorce his wife. Romans 7:2-3 For instance, a married woman is bound by law to her husband as long as he lives. But if her husband dies, she is released from the law of marriage. / So then, if she is joined to another man while her husband is still alive, she is called an adulteress; but if her husband dies, she is free from that law and is not an adulteress if she marries another man. Malachi 2:14-16 Yet you ask, “Why?” It is because the LORD has been a witness between you and the wife of your youth, against whom you have broken faith, though she is your companion and your wife by covenant. / Has not the LORD made them one, having a portion of the Spirit? And why one? Because He seeks godly offspring. So guard yourselves in your spirit and do not break faith with the wife of your youth. / “For I hate divorce,” says the LORD, the God of Israel. “He who divorces his wife covers his garment with violence,” says the LORD of Hosts. So guard yourselves in your spirit and do not break faith. Genesis 2:24 For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh. Deuteronomy 24:1-4 If a man marries a woman, but she becomes displeasing to him because he finds some indecency in her, he may write her a certificate of divorce, hand it to her, and send her away from his house. / If, after leaving his house, she goes and becomes another man’s wife, / and the second man hates her, writes her a certificate of divorce, hands it to her, and sends her away from his house, or if he dies, ... 1 Corinthians 7:39 A wife is bound to her husband as long as he lives. But if her husband dies, she is free to marry anyone she wishes, as long as he belongs to the Lord. Matthew 5:31 It has also been said, ‘Whoever divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’ 1 Corinthians 7:12-15 To the rest I say this (I, not the Lord): If a brother has an unbelieving wife and she is willing to live with him, he must not divorce her. / And if a woman has an unbelieving husband and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him. / For the unbelieving husband is sanctified through his believing wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but now they are holy. ... Ephesians 5:31 “For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.” Matthew 19:3-8 Then some Pharisees came and tested Him by asking, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any reason?” / Jesus answered, “Have you not read that from the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female,’ / and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’? ... Luke 18:20 You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, do not murder, do not steal, do not bear false witness, honor your father and mother.’” Exodus 20:14 You shall not commit adultery. Treasury of Scripture And if a woman shall put away her husband, and be married to another, she commits adultery. Jump to Previous Adultery Commits Committeth Committing Divorces Herself Husband Married Marries Marry PutsJump to Next Adultery Commits Committeth Committing Divorces Herself Husband Married Marries Marry PutsMark 10 1. Jesus disputes with the Pharisees concerning divorce;13. blesses the children that are brought unto him; 17. resolves a rich man how he may inherit everlasting life; 23. tells his disciples of the danger of riches; 28. promises rewards to those who forsake all for the gospel; 32. foretells his death and resurrection; 35. bids the two ambitious suitors to think rather of suffering with him; 46. and restores to Bartimaeus his sight. And if a woman divorces her husband In the cultural context of first-century Judaism, the concept of a woman initiating divorce was uncommon. Jewish law primarily allowed men to issue a certificate of divorce (Deuteronomy 24:1). However, Roman law, which influenced the region, permitted women to divorce their husbands. This statement by Jesus acknowledges the legal practices of the time and highlights the moral implications of divorce for both genders, emphasizing equality in accountability. and marries another man, she commits adultery.” Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in the Gospel of Mark, who is teaching about the sanctity of marriage and the seriousness of divorce. 2. Pharisees Religious leaders who often challenged Jesus, particularly on matters of the Law, including marriage and divorce. 3. Disciples Followers of Jesus who are present during His teachings and often seek further clarification on His teachings. 4. Marriage A covenantal union between a man and a woman, which Jesus emphasizes as sacred and binding. 5. Adultery A sin involving marital unfaithfulness, which Jesus warns against in the context of divorce and remarriage. Teaching Points The Sanctity of MarriageMarriage is a sacred covenant designed by God, intended to be a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman. The Seriousness of Divorce Divorce is not to be taken lightly, as it breaks the covenantal bond and can lead to sin, such as adultery. Adultery and Remarriage Remarrying after divorce, except in certain biblical circumstances, is considered adultery, highlighting the need for careful consideration and adherence to God's design. The Role of Forgiveness and Reconciliation In cases of marital strife, believers are encouraged to seek forgiveness and reconciliation, reflecting Christ's love and grace. The Importance of Biblical Guidance Christians should seek biblical counsel and wisdom when facing marital challenges, ensuring their actions align with God's Word. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Mark 10:12?2. How does Mark 10:12 emphasize the sanctity of marriage in Christian life? 3. What does Mark 10:12 teach about the consequences of divorce and remarriage? 4. How can we apply Mark 10:12 to strengthen our own marriages today? 5. How does Mark 10:12 connect with Genesis 2:24 on marital unity? 6. In what ways can churches support couples in light of Mark 10:12? 7. How does Mark 10:12 address the issue of divorce and remarriage? 8. What cultural context influenced Jesus' teaching in Mark 10:12? 9. How does Mark 10:12 align with the rest of biblical teachings on marriage? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 10? 11. Is a second marriage considered adultery? 12. How do denominations interpret Matthew 19:9's Exception Clause? 13. Why does Jesus' strict stance on divorce in Mark 10:2-12 appear to contradict earlier Jewish law that allowed it? 14. Is remarriage after adultery considered adultery? What Does Mark 10:12 Mean And• “And” links verse 12 directly to Jesus’ words in verse 11, where He speaks to husbands: “Whoever divorces his wife and marries another woman commits adultery against her” (Mark 10:11). • The connector makes clear that Jesus’ standard is not gender-biased; it applies equally to men and women, completing a unified teaching on marriage faithfulness (see Matthew 19:4-9; Mark 10:6-9). • By tying both statements together, Jesus underlines that the permanence of the one-flesh covenant (Genesis 2:24) transcends cultural customs that might favor one spouse over the other. If a woman divorces her husband • Jesus acknowledges the legal possibility—though not the divine approval—of a wife initiating divorce. – 1 Corinthians 7:10-11 urges husbands and wives alike not to separate; if they do, they are to remain unmarried or be reconciled. – Malachi 2:16 reveals God’s heart: “For I hate divorce,” declaring that severing the covenant is a betrayal. • By framing it as a hypothetical “if,” Jesus signals that divorce is outside God’s original design, even when civil law permits it (Mark 10:5-8). • The statement calls listeners—then and now—to examine motives and resist treating marriage vows as disposable. And marries another man • The remarriage clause sharpens the issue: the sin arises not merely from the legal act of divorce but from entering a new union while the first covenant still stands. – Romans 7:2-3 illustrates this principle: a woman is “bound by law to her husband as long as he lives… if she marries another man while her husband is still alive, she will be called an adulteress.” – Luke 16:18 restates Jesus’ words with identical force for both genders. • Jesus teaches that civil paperwork does not dissolve what God joined together; remarriage, in such a case, is tantamount to adultery against the original spouse. She commits adultery • Adultery is a direct violation of the seventh commandment (Exodus 20:14). Jesus’ declaration leaves no moral gray area: the act is sin, regardless of cultural acceptance. • Hebrews 13:4 reinforces the seriousness: “Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers.” • The blunt wording aims to protect the sanctity of marriage, warn against relational shortcuts, and call disciples to covenant faithfulness that mirrors Christ’s unwavering love for His Church (Ephesians 5:25-32). summary Mark 10:12 extends Jesus’ teaching on divorce to wives, affirming that the marriage covenant is binding on both husband and wife for life. If a woman dissolves her marriage through civil means and then marries another man while her first husband still lives, God still sees the original covenant as intact, making the new union adulterous. The verse upholds the sacred, lifelong nature of marriage, urges believers to honor their vows, and calls for repentance and reconciliation where covenant faithfulness has been broken. (12) And if a woman shall put away.--This also is peculiar to St. Mark, and it is noticeable, as being the only passage in our Lord's teaching which distinctly states the case referred to, and passes sentence on the wife who divorces her husband and marries again, as well as on the husband who divorces his wife, and the wife who is so divorced. All three cases are dealt with on the same grounds: (1) that the marriage relationship ought to be indissoluble, and that one cause only justifies or permits its dissolution; and (2) that any further permission of divorce is but a concession to the hardness of men's hearts for the avoidance of greater evils.Verse 12. - This verse should be read thus: And if she herself shall put away her husband, and marry another, she committeth adultery καὶ ἐὰν αὐτὴ ἀπολύσασα τὸν ἄνδρα αὑτῆς γαμήση ἄλλον μοιχᾶται. This reading is well supported. These words indicate that, according to our blessed Lord's teaching, wives and husbands have equal rights in reference to divorce; and so the Greek, according to the best authorities, is (γαμήση) "shall marry," not (γαμηθῆ) "shall be married." Josephus, however, makes it evident that in his time husband and wife had by no means equal rights in these matters ('Antiq.' 15:7, 10).Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Andκαὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. if ἐὰν (ean) Conjunction Strong's 1437: If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc. a woman αὐτὴ (autē) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Feminine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. divorces ἀπολύσασα (apolysasa) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 630: From apo and luo; to free fully, i.e. relieve, release, dismiss, or let die, pardon or divorce. her αὐτῆς (autēs) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Feminine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. husband ἄνδρα (andra) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 435: A male human being; a man, husband. A primary word; a man. [and] marries γαμήσῃ (gamēsē) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1060: To marry, used of either sex. From gamos; to wed. another [man], ἄλλον (allon) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 243: Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different. she commits adultery.” μοιχᾶται (moichatai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3429: To commit adultery, not only of a married woman but of a married man. From moichos; to commit adultery. Links Mark 10:12 NIVMark 10:12 NLT Mark 10:12 ESV Mark 10:12 NASB Mark 10:12 KJV Mark 10:12 BibleApps.com Mark 10:12 Biblia Paralela Mark 10:12 Chinese Bible Mark 10:12 French Bible Mark 10:12 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Mark 10:12 If a woman herself divorces her husband (Mar Mk Mr) |