Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said again, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! New Living Translation This amazed them. But Jesus said again, “Dear children, it is very hard to enter the Kingdom of God. English Standard Version And the disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said to them again, “Children, how difficult it is to enter the kingdom of God! Berean Standard Bible And the disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus said to them again, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! Berean Literal Bible And the disciples were astonished at His words. But Jesus answering says to them again, "Children, how difficult it is to enter into the kingdom of God! King James Bible And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! New King James Version And the disciples were astonished at His words. But Jesus answered again and said to them, “Children, how hard it is for those who trust in riches to enter the kingdom of God! New American Standard Bible And the disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus responded again and said to them, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! NASB 1995 The disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus answered again and said to them, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! NASB 1977 And the disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus answered again and said to them, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! Legacy Standard Bible And the disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus answered again and said to them, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! Amplified Bible The disciples were amazed and bewildered by His words. But Jesus said to them again, “Children, how difficult it is [for those who place their hope and confidence in riches] to enter the kingdom of God! Christian Standard Bible The disciples were astonished at his words. Again Jesus said to them, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! Holman Christian Standard Bible But the disciples were astonished at His words. Again Jesus said to them, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! American Standard Version And the disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! Contemporary English Version The disciples were shocked to hear this. So Jesus told them again, "It's terribly hard to get into God's kingdom! English Revised Version And the disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! GOD'S WORD® Translation The disciples were stunned by his words. But Jesus said to them again, "Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! Good News Translation The disciples were shocked at these words, but Jesus went on to say, "My children, how hard it is to enter the Kingdom of God! International Standard Version The disciples were startled by these words, but Jesus told them again, "Children, how hard it is for those who trust in their wealth to get into the kingdom of God! Majority Standard Bible And the disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus said to them again, ?Children, how hard it is for those who trust in riches to enter the kingdom of God! NET Bible The disciples were astonished at these words. But again Jesus said to them, "Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! New Heart English Bible The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus answered again and said to them, "Children, how hard it is for those who trust in riches to enter the kingdom of God. Webster's Bible Translation And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith to them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! Weymouth New Testament The disciples were amazed at His words. Jesus, however, said again, "Children, how hard a struggle is it for those who trust in riches to enter the Kingdom of God! World English Bible The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus answered again, “Children, how hard it is for those who trust in riches to enter into God’s Kingdom! Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the disciples were astonished at His words, and Jesus again answering says to them, “Children, how hard it is to those trusting on riches to enter into the Kingdom of God! Berean Literal Bible And the disciples were astonished at His words. But Jesus answering says to them again, "Children, how difficult it is to enter into the kingdom of God! Young's Literal Translation And the disciples were astonished at his words, and Jesus again answering saith to them, 'Children, how hard is it to those trusting on the riches to enter into the reign of God! Smith's Literal Translation And his disciples were amazed at his words. And Jesus again having answered, says to them, How difficult, children, is it for those trusting in property to enter into the kingdom of God! Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus again answering, saith to them: Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches, to enter into the kingdom of God? Catholic Public Domain Version And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus, answering again, said to them: “Little sons, how difficult it is for those who trust in money to enter into the kingdom of God! New American Bible The disciples were amazed at his words. So Jesus again said to them in reply, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! New Revised Standard Version And the disciples were perplexed at these words. But Jesus said to them again, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut the disciples were surprised at his words. And Jesus answered again and said to them, My sons, how hard it is for those who trust in their wealth, to enter into the kingdom of God! Aramaic Bible in Plain English But the disciples were astonished at his words. And Yeshua answered again and he said to them, “Children, how hard it is for those who rely upon their wealth to enter the Kingdom of God!” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd his disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus, answering again, said to them: Children, how hard it is for those who trust in riches to enter the kingdom of God! Godbey New Testament And the disciples were astonished at His words, and Jesus again responding, says to them, Haweis New Testament Then his disciples were astonished at these words. But Jesus again addressing them, said unto them, Children, how difficult is it for those who trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! Mace New Testament at this expression the disciples were much surpriz'd, but Jesus reassum'd the discourse, and said, how difficult a thing is it for those, who place their trust in riches, to enter into the divine kingdom? Weymouth New Testament The disciples were amazed at His words. Jesus, however, said again, "Children, how hard a struggle is it for those who trust in riches to enter the Kingdom of God! Worrell New Testament And the disciples were astonished at His words. But Jesus, again answering, saith to them, Worsley New Testament And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus repeating it, saith unto them, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Rich Young Man…23Then Jesus looked around and said to His disciples, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God!” 24And the disciples were amazed at His words. But Jesus said to them again, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! 25It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.”… Cross References Matthew 19:23-24 Then Jesus said to His disciples, “Truly I tell you, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. / Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.” Luke 18:24-25 Seeing the man’s sadness, Jesus said, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God! / Indeed, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.” 1 Timothy 6:9-10 Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. / For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. Proverbs 11:28 He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage. James 2:5 Listen, my beloved brothers: Has not God chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom He promised those who love Him? Matthew 6:24 No one can serve two masters: Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. Luke 12:15-21 And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” / Then He told them a parable: “The ground of a certain rich man produced an abundance. / So he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, since I have nowhere to store my crops?’ ... 1 John 2:15-17 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. / The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever. Proverbs 28:20 A faithful man will abound with blessings, but one eager to be rich will not go unpunished. Ecclesiastes 5:10-11 He who loves money is never satisfied by money, and he who loves wealth is never satisfied by income. This too is futile. / When good things increase, so do those who consume them; what then is the profit to the owner, except to behold them with his eyes? Matthew 13:22 The seed sown among the thorns is the one who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful. Luke 16:13 No servant can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.” Psalm 49:6-7 They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches. / No man can possibly redeem his brother or pay his ransom to God. Proverbs 23:4-5 Do not wear yourself out to get rich; be wise enough to restrain yourself. / When you glance at wealth, it disappears, for it makes wings for itself and flies like an eagle to the sky. Jeremiah 9:23-24 This is what the LORD says: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealthy man in his riches. / But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice and righteousness on the earth—for I delight in these things,” declares the LORD. Treasury of Scripture And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answers again, and said to them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God! astonished. Matthew 19:25 When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved? Luke 18:26,27 And they that heard it said, Who then can be saved? … John 6:60 Many therefore of his disciples, when they had heard this, said, This is an hard saying; who can hear it? Children. John 13:33 Little children, yet a little while I am with you. Ye shall seek me: and as I said unto the Jews, Whither I go, ye cannot come; so now I say to you. John 21:5 Then Jesus saith unto them, Children, have ye any meat? They answered him, No. Galatians 4:19 My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you, trust. Job 31:24,25 If I have made gold my hope, or have said to the fine gold, Thou art my confidence; … Psalm 17:14 From men which are thy hand, O LORD, from men of the world, which have their portion in this life, and whose belly thou fillest with thy hid treasure: they are full of children, and leave the rest of their substance to their babes. Psalm 49:6,7 They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches; … Jump to Previous Amazed Astonished Children Disciples Enter Faith Full Hard However Jesus Kingdom Reign Riches Struggle Trust Trusting Wealth Wonder WordsJump to Next Amazed Astonished Children Disciples Enter Faith Full Hard However Jesus Kingdom Reign Riches Struggle Trust Trusting Wealth Wonder WordsMark 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 the disciples were amazed at His words. The disciples' amazement reflects their surprise and confusion at Jesus' teaching, which challenges the prevailing Jewish belief that wealth was a sign of God's favor. In the cultural context of first-century Judaism, wealth was often seen as a blessing from God, and the rich were considered more likely to be righteous. This teaching follows Jesus' encounter with the rich young ruler, where He emphasizes the difficulty for the wealthy to enter the kingdom of God. The disciples' reaction indicates their struggle to understand this reversal of expectations, highlighting the radical nature of Jesus' message. But Jesus said to them again, “Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is teaching His disciples about the challenges of entering the kingdom of God. 2. Disciples The followers of Jesus who are present and listening to His teachings. They are described as being amazed at His words. 3. Kingdom of God A central theme in Jesus' teachings, representing the reign and rule of God, both in the present and future. Teaching Points Understanding the Kingdom of GodThe kingdom of God is not about earthly wealth or status but about spiritual richness and submission to God's rule. The Challenge of Wealth Wealth can be a significant barrier to spiritual growth and entering the kingdom of God. It can lead to self-reliance rather than dependence on God. Childlike Faith Jesus refers to His disciples as "children," suggesting the need for humility and a childlike trust in God to enter His kingdom. Amazement and Reflection The disciples' amazement at Jesus' words invites us to reflect on our own understanding of what it means to follow Christ and enter His kingdom. Dependence on God True entry into the kingdom requires a heart that is fully dependent on God, not on material possessions or personal achievements.(24) How hard is it for them that trust in riches.--The words have the appearance of limiting, and so softening, the seeming sternness of the previous utterance. There is, however, good reason for thinking, as they are wanting in the best MSS., that they were added by some one who sought to tone down the words of warning to what seemed a rational medium. Omitting the doubtful words, the sentence runs, "How hard is it to enter into the kingdom of God!"--hard alike for rich and poor, though, as the words that follow show, it was hardest for the former.Verse 24. - And the disciples were astonished (ἐθαμβοῦντο) - literally, were amazed at his words. The Greek word here implies wilderment. It is used again below at ver. 32. We find it also at Mark 1:27. This doctrine of our Lord was so new and strange to them. They had been accustomed to think little of the danger, and much of the advances of wealth. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children how hard is it for them that trust in riches enter into the kingdom of God! He the enduring expression of "children" (τέκνα). He and takes off somewhat of the edge of the seventy of the expression, by changing the form of it into the words," how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!" There is some authority for omitting the words. "for them that trot in riches;" so to reduce the sentence to the simple form, "How hard is it to enter into the kingdom of God!" Such is the reading in the two great uncial manuscripts, the Sinaitic and the Vatican. But on the whole the balance of evidence is in favor of that which was adopted in the Authorized Version, and has been retained by the Revisers of 1881; and it is reasonable to believe that our Lord qualified the former expression, in order to relieve the minds of his amazed disciples. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Andδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. the οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. disciples μαθηταὶ (mathētai) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 3101: A learner, disciple, pupil. From manthano; a learner, i.e. Pupil. were astonished ἐθαμβοῦντο (ethambounto) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 2284: I amaze; pass: I am amazed (almost terrified). From thambos; to stupefy, i.e. Astound. at ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition Strong's 1909: On, to, against, on the basis of, at. His αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 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. words. λόγοις (logois) Noun - Dative Masculine Plural Strong's 3056: From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression. But δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. said λέγει (legei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. to them αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural 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. again, πάλιν (palin) Adverb Strong's 3825: Probably from the same as pale; anew, i.e. back, once more, or furthermore or on the other hand. “Children, Τέκνα (Tekna) Noun - Vocative Neuter Plural Strong's 5043: A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child. how πῶς (pōs) Adverb Strong's 4459: Adverb from the base of pou; an interrogative particle of manner; in what way?; also as exclamation, how much! hard δύσκολόν (dyskolon) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 1422: Difficult, hard; of persons: hard to please. From dus- and kolon; properly, fastidious about eating, i.e. impracticable. it is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. to enter εἰσελθεῖν (eiselthein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 1525: To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. kingdom βασιλείαν (basileian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 932: From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm. of God! Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. Links Mark 10:24 NIVMark 10:24 NLT Mark 10:24 ESV Mark 10:24 NASB Mark 10:24 KJV Mark 10:24 BibleApps.com Mark 10:24 Biblia Paralela Mark 10:24 Chinese Bible Mark 10:24 French Bible Mark 10:24 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Mark 10:24 The disciples were amazed at his words (Mar Mk Mr) |
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