Mark 11:26


King James Bible
But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.

New King James Version
But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.”

New American Standard Bible
[But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive your offenses.”]

NASB 1995
“But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive your transgressions.”

NASB 1977
[“But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive your transgressions.”]

Legacy Standard Bible
[But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive your transgressions.”]

Amplified Bible
[But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your transgressions.”]

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But if you don’t forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your wrongdoing.”

American Standard Version
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English Revised Version


International Standard Version
But if you do not forgive, your Father in heaven will not forgive your sins."

Majority Standard Bible
But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.?

New Heart English Bible
But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your wrongdoing."

Webster's Bible Translation
But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive your trespasses.

Weymouth New Testament


World English Bible
But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your transgressions.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
[[and, if you do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in the heavens forgive your trespasses.”]]

Young's Literal Translation
and, if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in the heavens forgive your trespasses.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And if ye do not let go, neither will your Father, he in the heavens, let go your falls.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But if you will not forgive, neither will your Father that is in heaven, forgive you your sins.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But if you will not forgive, neither will your Father, who is in heaven, forgive you your sins.”

New American Bible
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Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But if you will not forgive, even your Father in heaven will not forgive you your trespasses.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“But if you are not forgiving, neither will your Father in Heaven forgive you your faults.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
But if you do not forgive, your Father who is in heaven will not forgive your offenses.

Godbey New Testament


Haweis New Testament
But if ye forgive not, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.

Mace New Testament
but if you do not forgive others, neither will your heavenly father forgive you.

Weymouth New Testament


Worrell New Testament
OMITTED TEXT.

Worsley New Testament
but if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive you your trespasses.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Withered Fig Tree
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Cross References
Matthew 6:14-15
For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. / But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yours.

Matthew 18:21-35
Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother who sins against me? Up to seven times?” / Jesus answered, “I tell you, not just seven times, but seventy-seven times! / Because of this, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. ...

Luke 6:37
Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.

Ephesians 4:32
Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.

Colossians 3:13
Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

James 2:13
For judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.

Matthew 5:23-24
So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, / leave your gift there before the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.

Luke 11:4
And forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us. And lead us not into temptation.’”

1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

2 Corinthians 2:10
If you forgive anyone, I also forgive him. And if I have forgiven anything, I have forgiven it in the presence of Christ for your sake,

Proverbs 19:11
A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense.

Psalm 32:1-2
Of David. A Maskil. Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. / Blessed is the man whose iniquity the LORD does not count against him, in whose spirit there is no deceit.

Psalm 86:5
For You, O Lord, are kind and forgiving, rich in loving devotion to all who call on You.

Isaiah 55:7
Let the wicked man forsake his way and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that He may have compassion, and to our God, for He will freely pardon.

Daniel 9:9
To the Lord our God belong compassion and forgiveness, even though we have rebelled against Him


Treasury of Scripture

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Mark 11
1. Jesus rides with triumph into Jerusalem;
12. curses the fruitless fig tree;
15. purges the temple;
20. exhorts his disciples to steadfastness of faith, and to forgive their enemies;
27. and defends his actions by the witness of John, who was a man sent of God.














But if you do not forgive
This phrase emphasizes the conditional nature of forgiveness in the teachings of Jesus. In the cultural context of first-century Judaism, forgiveness was a significant aspect of religious life, often associated with repentance and atonement. The concept of forgiveness is deeply rooted in the Old Testament, as seen in passages like Leviticus 19:18, which commands love for one's neighbor. Jesus expands on this by teaching that forgiveness is not just a legalistic requirement but a heartfelt necessity. The parable of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18:21-35 further illustrates the importance of forgiving others as a reflection of God's forgiveness toward us.

neither will your Father in heaven forgive
This part of the verse highlights the reciprocal nature of forgiveness in the relationship between humans and God. It underscores the idea that God's forgiveness is contingent upon our willingness to forgive others. This is consistent with the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:12, where Jesus teaches His disciples to pray for forgiveness "as we also have forgiven our debtors." Theologically, this reflects the justice and mercy of God, who desires a community of believers who mirror His character. The phrase also serves as a warning, reminding believers of the seriousness of harboring unforgiveness.

your trespasses.
The term "trespasses" refers to sins or moral failings. In the historical context of the New Testament, sin was understood as a violation of God's law, which required atonement. The use of "trespasses" here indicates personal offenses against God and others. This connects to the broader biblical narrative of sin and redemption, where Jesus Christ is seen as the ultimate atonement for sin, fulfilling the sacrificial system of the Old Testament. The call to forgive others their trespasses is a call to live in the grace and mercy that Jesus exemplified, as seen in His interactions with sinners and His ultimate sacrifice on the cross.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus Christ
- The central figure of the Gospel of Mark, who is teaching about forgiveness and the kingdom of God.

2. Disciples
- The immediate audience of Jesus' teachings, representing all followers of Christ.

3. Father in Heaven
- Refers to God, emphasizing His role as a forgiving Father.

4. Jerusalem
- The city where Jesus is teaching, a significant place for Jewish worship and the unfolding of Jesus' final days.

5. Temple
- The location of Jesus' teaching, symbolizing the heart of Jewish religious life and a place of prayer.
Teaching Points
The Necessity of Forgiveness
Forgiveness is not optional for believers; it is a command that reflects our relationship with God.

Reflecting God's Character
As God is forgiving, we are called to mirror His character by forgiving others.

Forgiveness and Prayer
Our prayers are hindered if we harbor unforgiveness, as seen in the context of Jesus' teaching in the temple.

The Heart of the Gospel
Forgiveness is central to the Gospel message, demonstrating God's grace and mercy.

Community and Reconciliation
Forgiveness fosters unity and reconciliation within the body of Christ, essential for a healthy church community.Verse 26. - There appears to be sufficient evidence to justify the Revisers in their omission of this verse; although its omission or retention does not affect the general exegesis of the passage.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
But
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A weak adversative particle, generally placed second in its clause; but, on the other hand, and.

if
Εἰ (Ei)
Conjunction
Strong's 1487: If.

you
ὑμεῖς (hymeis)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You.

{do} not
οὖκ (ouk)
Adverb
Strong's 3756: No, not.

forgive,
ἀφίετε (aphiete)
Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 863: (a) to send away, (b) to let go, release, permit to depart, (c) to remit, forgive, (d) to permit, suffer.

neither
οὐδὲ (oude)
Conjunction
Strong's 3761: Neither, nor, not even, and not.

Father
πατὴρ (patēr)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3962: Father, (Heavenly) Father, ancestor, elder, senior.

{will} your
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You.

who [is]
(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among.

heaven
οὐρανοῖς (ouranois)
Noun - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3772: Heaven, (a) the visible heavens: the atmosphere, the sky, the starry heavens, (b) the spiritual heavens.

forgive
ἀφήσει (aphēsei)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 863: (a) to send away, (b) to let go, release, permit to depart, (c) to remit, forgive, (d) to permit, suffer.

your
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You.

trespasses.
παραπτώματα (paraptōmata)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3900: A falling away, lapse, slip, false step, trespass, sin.


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