Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and the two will become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. New Living Translation and the two are united into one.’ Since they are no longer two but one, English Standard Version and the two shall become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two but one flesh. Berean Standard Bible and the two will become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Berean Literal Bible and the two will be for one flesh.' Therefore they are no longer two, but one flesh. King James Bible And they twain shall be one flesh: so then they are no more twain, but one flesh. New King James Version and the two shall become one flesh’; so then they are no longer two, but one flesh. New American Standard Bible AND THE TWO SHALL BECOME ONE FLESH; so they are no longer two, but one flesh. NASB 1995 AND THE TWO SHALL BECOME ONE FLESH; so they are no longer two, but one flesh. NASB 1977 AND THE TWO SHALL BECOME ONE FLESH; consequently they are no longer two, but one flesh. Legacy Standard Bible AND THE TWO SHALL BECOME ONE FLESH; so they are no longer two, but one flesh. Amplified Bible AND THE TWO SHALL BECOME ONE FLESH; so that they are no longer two, but [are united as] one flesh. Christian Standard Bible and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Holman Christian Standard Bible and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. American Standard Version and the two shall become one flesh: so that they are no more two, but one flesh. Contemporary English Version He becomes like one person with his wife. Then they are no longer two people, but one. English Revised Version and the twain shall become one flesh: so that they are no more twain, but one flesh. GOD'S WORD® Translation and the two will be one. So they are no longer two but one. Good News Translation and the two will become one.' So they are no longer two, but one. International Standard Version and the two will become one flesh.' So they're no longer two, but one flesh. NET Bible and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. New Heart English Bible and the two will become one flesh, so that they are no longer two, but one flesh. Webster's Bible Translation And they two shall be one flesh: so then they are no more two, but one flesh. Weymouth New Testament and the two shall be one'; so that they are two no longer, but 'one.' Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand the two will become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. World English Bible and the two will become one flesh, so that they are no longer two, but one flesh. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand they will be—the two—for one flesh, so that they are no longer two, but one flesh; Berean Literal Bible and the two will be for one flesh.' Therefore they are no longer two, but one flesh. Young's Literal Translation and they shall be -- the two -- for one flesh; so that they are no more two, but one flesh; Smith's Literal Translation And they two shall be in one flesh: so that they are no more two, but one flesh. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they two shall be in one flesh. Therefore now they are not two, but one flesh. Catholic Public Domain Version And these two shall be one in flesh. And so, they are now, not two, but one flesh. New American Bible and the two shall become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two but one flesh. New Revised Standard Version and the two shall become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd both shall be one flesh; henceforth they are not two, but one flesh. Aramaic Bible in Plain English “And the two shall be one flesh; after that they are not two, but one flesh.” NT Translations Anderson New Testamentand the two shall be one flesh. So, then, they are no longer two, but one flesh. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament and they two shall be one flesh: so that they are no more two, but one flesh. Mace New Testament consequently they are no longer two, but one person. Weymouth New Testament and the two shall be one'; so that they are two no longer, but 'one.' Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Teachings about Divorce…7‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, 8and the two will become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. 9Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.”… Cross References 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. 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 19:5 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’? 1 Corinthians 6:16 Or don’t you know that he who unites himself with a prostitute is one with her in body? For it is said, “The two will become one flesh.” 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. Malachi 2:15 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. Matthew 19:6 So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.” 1 Corinthians 7:2 But because there is so much sexual immorality, each man should have his own wife, and each woman her own husband. Romans 7:2 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. 1 Corinthians 7:4 The wife does not have authority over her own body, but the husband. Likewise the husband does not have authority over his own body, but the wife. Proverbs 5:18-19 May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth: / A loving doe, a graceful fawn—may her breasts satisfy you always; may you be captivated by her love forever. Hebrews 13:4 Marriage should be honored by all and the marriage bed kept undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers. 1 Peter 3:7 Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as a delicate vessel, and with honor as fellow heirs of the gracious gift of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered. Colossians 3:18-19 Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. / Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them. 1 Timothy 5:14 So I advise the younger widows to marry, have children, and manage their households, denying the adversary occasion for slander. Treasury of Scripture And they two shall be one flesh: so then they are no more two, but one flesh. one flesh. 1 Corinthians 6:16 What? know ye not that he which is joined to an harlot is one body? for two, saith he, shall be one flesh. Ephesians 5:28 So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself. Jump to Previous Flesh Longer TwainJump to Next Flesh Longer TwainMark 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 two will become one flesh. This phrase is a direct reference to Genesis 2:24, where God establishes the institution of marriage. In the biblical context, marriage is seen as a divine covenant, not merely a social contract. The "two" refers to a man and a woman, highlighting the complementary nature of the genders as designed by God. The concept of "one flesh" signifies a profound unity, not just physically but also spiritually and emotionally. This unity is a reflection of the relationship between Christ and the Church, as described in Ephesians 5:31-32. The phrase underscores the permanence and exclusivity intended in marriage, which was counter-cultural in both ancient Jewish and Greco-Roman societies, where divorce and polygamy were more common. So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in the Gospel of Mark, who is teaching about marriage and divorce in this passage. 2. Pharisees Religious leaders who often challenged Jesus, including on matters of the law such as marriage. 3. Disciples Followers of Jesus who are present during this teaching and often seek further explanation. 4. Genesis The book of the Bible from which Jesus quotes, specifically Genesis 2:24, to emphasize the divine intention for marriage. 5. Marriage The institution being discussed, which Jesus affirms as a union created by God. Teaching Points Divine Design for MarriageMarriage is not merely a social contract but a divine institution established by God. It reflects His intention for unity and partnership. Unity in Marriage The phrase "one flesh" signifies a profound unity that goes beyond physical union to include emotional, spiritual, and relational oneness. Permanence of Marriage Jesus' teaching underscores the permanence of marriage, challenging the cultural norms of His time and ours that treat marriage as temporary or disposable. Reflecting Christ and the Church Christian marriages are called to reflect the relationship between Christ and the Church, characterized by love, sacrifice, and mutual submission. Guarding the Sanctity of Marriage Believers are encouraged to honor and protect the sanctity of marriage, recognizing it as a covenant before God. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Mark 10What are the different types of demons? What does the Bible say about open marriage/polyamory? Does God disapprove of divorce? Matthew 20:29-34 - How can Matthew's account of two blind men be reconciled with Mark 10:46-52, which only mentions one? Parallel Commentaries ... Greek andκαὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. 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. two δύο (dyo) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1417: Two. A primary numeral; 'two'. will become ἔσονται (esontai) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. one μίαν (mian) Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. flesh.’ σάρκα (sarka) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 4561: Flesh, body, human nature, materiality; kindred. So ὥστε (hōste) Conjunction Strong's 5620: So that, therefore, so then, so as to. From hos and te; so too, i.e. Thus therefore. they are εἰσὶν (eisin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. no longer οὐκέτι (ouketi) Adverb Strong's 3765: No longer, no more. Also ouk eti from ou and eti; not yet, no longer. two, δύο (dyo) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1417: Two. A primary numeral; 'two'. but ἀλλὰ (alla) Conjunction Strong's 235: But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. one μία (mia) Adjective - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. flesh. σάρξ (sarx) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 4561: Flesh, body, human nature, materiality; kindred. Links Mark 10:8 NIVMark 10:8 NLT Mark 10:8 ESV Mark 10:8 NASB Mark 10:8 KJV Mark 10:8 BibleApps.com Mark 10:8 Biblia Paralela Mark 10:8 Chinese Bible Mark 10:8 French Bible Mark 10:8 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Mark 10:8 And the two will become one flesh (Mar Mk Mr) |
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