Mark 15:7
New International Version
A man called Barabbas was in prison with the insurrectionists who had committed murder in the uprising.

New Living Translation
One of the prisoners at that time was Barabbas, a revolutionary who had committed murder in an uprising.

English Standard Version
And among the rebels in prison, who had committed murder in the insurrection, there was a man called Barabbas.

Berean Standard Bible
And a man named Barabbas was imprisoned with the rebels who had committed murder during the insurrection.

Berean Literal Bible
And the one called Barabbas was there, having been bound with the rebels who had committed murder in the insurrection.

King James Bible
And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection.

New King James Version
And there was one named Barabbas, who was chained with his fellow rebels; they had committed murder in the rebellion.

New American Standard Bible
And the one named Barabbas had been imprisoned with the rebels who had committed murder in the revolt.

NASB 1995
The man named Barabbas had been imprisoned with the insurrectionists who had committed murder in the insurrection.

NASB 1977
And the man named Barabbas had been imprisoned with the insurrectionists who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the man named Barabbas had been imprisoned with the insurrectionists who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Amplified Bible
The man called Barabbas was imprisoned with the insurrectionists (revolutionaries) who had committed murder in the civil rebellion.

Christian Standard Bible
There was one named Barabbas, who was in prison with rebels who had committed murder during the rebellion.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
There was one named Barabbas, who was in prison with rebels who had committed murder during the rebellion.

American Standard Version
And there was one called Barabbas, lying bound with them that had made insurrection, men who in the insurrection had committed murder.

Contemporary English Version
And at that time there was a prisoner named Barabbas. He and some others had been arrested for murder during a riot.

English Revised Version
And there was one called Barabbas, lying bound with them that had made insurrection, men who in the insurrection had committed murder.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
There was a man named Barabbas in prison. He was with some rebels who had committed murder during a riot.

Good News Translation
At that time a man named Barabbas was in prison with the rebels who had committed murder in the riot.

International Standard Version
Now there was a man in prison named Barabbas. He had been with the insurgents who had committed murder during the rebellion.

Majority Standard Bible
And a man named Barabbas was imprisoned with the rebels who had committed murder during the insurrection.

NET Bible
A man named Barabbas was imprisoned with rebels who had committed murder during an insurrection.

New Heart English Bible
There was one called Barabbas, bound with those who had made insurrection, who in the insurrection had committed murder.

Webster's Bible Translation
And there was one named Barabbas, who lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Weymouth New Testament
and at this time a man named Barabbas was in prison among the insurgents--persons who in the insurrection had committed murder.

World English Bible
There was one called Barabbas, bound with his fellow insurgents, men who in the insurrection had committed murder.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and there was [one] named Barabbas, bound with those making insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Berean Literal Bible
And the one called Barabbas was there, having been bound with the rebels who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Young's Literal Translation
and there was one named Barabbas, bound with those making insurrection with him, who had in the insurrection committed murder.

Smith's Literal Translation
And there was he called Barabbas, bound with those exciting sedition, who did murder in the revolt.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And there was one called Barabbas, who was put in prison with some seditious men, who in the sedition had committed murder.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But there was one called Barabbas, who had committed murder in the sedition, who was confined with those of the sedition.

New American Bible
A man called Barabbas was then in prison along with the rebels who had committed murder in a rebellion.

New Revised Standard Version
Now a man called Barabbas was in prison with the rebels who had committed murder during the insurrection.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
There was one called Bar-Abbas, who was bound with those who made insurrection, and who had committed murder during the insurrection.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And there was one who was called Barabba, who was bound with those who had made sedition, who had committed murder in the sedition.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And there was one called Barabbas, lying bound with his fellow-insurgents, who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Godbey New Testament
And there was one called Barabbas, having been bound along with the insurrectionists, who had committed murder during the insurrection.

Haweis New Testament
And there was one called Barabbas, bound with those who had made an insurrection with him, and had committed murder in the insurrection.

Mace New Testament
Barabbas lay then confin'd with other seditious, who had committed murder in an insurrection.

Weymouth New Testament
and at this time a man named Barabbas was in prison among the insurgents--persons who in the insurrection had committed murder.

Worrell New Testament
And there was one called Barabbas, bound with the insurgents, who, in the insurrection, had committed murder.

Worsley New Testament
and there was one Barabbas under confinement with some of his accomplices in sedition, who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Crowd Chooses Barabbas
6Now it was Pilate’s custom at the feast to release to the people a prisoner of their choosing. 7And a man named Barabbas was imprisoned with the rebels who had committed murder during the insurrection. 8So the crowd went up and began asking Pilate to keep his custom.…

Cross References
Matthew 27:16-17
At that time they were holding a notorious prisoner named Barabbas. / So when the crowd had assembled, Pilate asked them, “Which one do you want me to release to you: Barabbas, or Jesus who is called Christ?”

Luke 23:18-19
But they all cried out in unison: “Away with this man! Release Barabbas to us!” / (Barabbas had been imprisoned for an insurrection in the city, and for murder.)

John 18:40
“Not this man,” they shouted, “but Barabbas!” (Now Barabbas was an insurrectionist.)

Acts 3:14
You rejected the Holy and Righteous One and asked that a murderer be released to you.

Acts 5:36-37
Some time ago Theudas rose up, claiming to be somebody, and about four hundred men joined him. He was killed, all his followers were dispersed, and it all came to nothing. / After him, Judas the Galilean appeared in the days of the census and drew away people after him. He too perished, and all his followers were scattered.

Matthew 26:55
At that time Jesus said to the crowd, “Have you come out with swords and clubs to arrest Me as you would an outlaw? Every day I sat teaching in the temple courts, and you did not arrest Me.

Luke 22:52-53
Then Jesus said to the chief priests, temple officers, and elders who had come for Him, “Have you come out with swords and clubs as you would against an outlaw? / Every day I was with you in the temple courts, and you did not lay a hand on Me. But this hour belongs to you and to the power of darkness.”

John 19:40
So they took the body of Jesus and wrapped it in linen cloths with the spices, according to the Jewish burial custom.

Acts 1:16-20
“Brothers, the Scripture had to be fulfilled that the Holy Spirit foretold through the mouth of David concerning Judas, who became a guide for those who arrested Jesus. / He was one of our number and shared in this ministry.” / (Now with the reward for his wickedness Judas bought a field; there he fell headlong and burst open in the middle, and all his intestines spilled out. ...

Isaiah 53:3
He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not.

Isaiah 53:12
Therefore I will allot Him a portion with the great, and He will divide the spoils with the strong, because He has poured out His life unto death, and He was numbered with the transgressors. Yet He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors.

Psalm 2:1-3
Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? / The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together, against the LORD and against His Anointed One: / “Let us break Their chains and cast away Their cords.”

Psalm 22:16
For dogs surround me; a band of evil men encircles me; they have pierced my hands and feet.

Psalm 69:4
Those who hate me without cause outnumber the hairs of my head; many are those who would destroy me—my enemies for no reason. Though I did not steal, I must repay.

Psalm 118:22
The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.


Treasury of Scripture

And there was one named Barabbas, which lay bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Matthew 27:16
And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas.

Luke 23:18,19,25
And they cried out all at once, saying, Away with this man, and release unto us Barabbas: …

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Mark 15
1. Jesus brought bound, and accused before Pilate.
6. Upon the clamor of the people, the murderer Barabbas is released,
12. and Jesus delivered up to be crucified.
16. He is crowned with thorns, spit on, and mocked;
21. faints in bearing his cross;
27. hangs between two thieves;
29. suffers the triumphing reproaches of the crowd;
39. but is confessed by the centurion to be the Son of God;
42. and is honorably buried by Joseph.














And a man named Barabbas
The name "Barabbas" is derived from the Aramaic "Bar-abbâ," meaning "son of the father" or "son of the teacher." This name is significant as it contrasts with Jesus, the true Son of the Father. Historically, Barabbas is a figure who represents the choice between a worldly kingdom and the spiritual kingdom Jesus offered. Theologically, Barabbas symbolizes humanity's sinful nature, which Jesus came to redeem.

was imprisoned
The Greek word used here is "δέδετο" (dedeto), meaning "bound" or "imprisoned." This term not only describes Barabbas's physical state but also serves as a metaphor for spiritual bondage. In a broader scriptural context, imprisonment often symbolizes the captivity of sin, from which Christ offers liberation.

with the rebels
The term "rebels" is translated from the Greek "στασιαστῶν" (stasiastōn), indicating those who cause insurrection or uprising. This highlights the political unrest during Roman occupation and the Jewish desire for liberation. Theologically, it underscores the contrast between the violent rebellion of Barabbas and the peaceful mission of Jesus, who preached love and forgiveness.

who had committed murder
The Greek word "φόνου" (phonou) refers to murder or killing. This detail emphasizes the severity of Barabbas's crimes, making the choice between him and Jesus even more stark. Historically, murder was a capital offense, underscoring the gravity of the crowd's decision to release Barabbas over Jesus, the innocent one.

during the insurrection
The word "στάσει" (stasei) refers to an uprising or revolt. This context places Barabbas within a historical framework of Jewish resistance against Roman rule. Theologically, it reflects the misguided attempts to achieve freedom through violence, contrasting with Jesus's message of spiritual liberation and peace. This insurrection serves as a backdrop to the greater narrative of Jesus's sacrificial death, which offers true freedom from sin.

(7) Bound with them that had made insurrection.--The fact that Barabbas was a rebel as well as robber is stated by St. Luke also (Luke 23:19), but St. Mark alone records the fact that his fellow-insurgents were imprisoned with him.

Verse 7. - And there was one called Barabbas, lying bound with them that had made insurrection, men who in the insurrection had committed murder. Pilate appears to have thought of Barabbas, not doubting but that, by limiting their choice between him and Jesus, he would secure the liberation of our Lord. But Pilate little knew the temper of the chief priests and scribes, and their bitter hostility to Christ. The word "Barabbas," better written "Bar-Abbas," means "son of father."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
And
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

[a man]
(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

named
λεγόμενος (legomenos)
Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.

Barabbas
Βαραββᾶς (Barabbas)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 912: Barabbas. Of Chaldee origin; son of Abba; Bar-abbas, an Israelite.

was
ἦν (ēn)
Verb - Imperfect 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.

imprisoned
δεδεμένος (dedemenos)
Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1210: To bind, tie, fasten; I impel, compel; I declare to be prohibited and unlawful. A primary verb; to bind.

with
μετὰ (meta)
Preposition
Strong's 3326: (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives.

the
τῶν (tōn)
Article - Genitive 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.

rebels
στασιαστῶν (stasiastōn)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural
Strong's 4955: A fellow insurgent. From a compound of sun and a derivative of stasis; a fellow-insurgent.

who
οἵτινες (hoitines)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3748: Whosoever, whichsoever, whatsoever.

had committed
πεποιήκεισαν (pepoiēkeisan)
Verb - Pluperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4160: (a) I make, manufacture, construct, (b) I do, act, cause. Apparently a prolonged form of an obsolete primary; to make or do.

murder
φόνον (phonon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5408: Murder, slaughter, killing. From an obsolete primary pheno; murder.

during
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

the
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative 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.

insurrection.
στάσει (stasei)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4714: From the base of histemi; a standing, i.e. position; by implication, a popular uprising; figuratively, controversy.


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