New Testament
Book of Mark
The shortest Gospel moves quickly from miracle to miracle and on to the cross. Mark shows Jesus as a powerful teacher and healer who came not to be served but to serve.
At a glance
Mark key facts
- Testament
- New Testament
- Chapters
- 16
- Author
- Traditionally attributed to John Mark, who is said to have drawn on Peter's preaching
- When it was written
- Probably between AD 55 and 70
- Main theme
- Jesus the Servant who gives his life for many
- Key verse
- Mark 10:45
Summary
What is Mark about?
The shortest Gospel moves quickly from miracle to miracle and on to the cross. Mark shows Jesus as a powerful teacher and healer who came not to be served but to serve.
Key verse
A key verse in Mark
“For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.”
16 chapters
Mark chapters
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Questions
Mark: common questions
Who wrote the book of Mark?
Traditionally attributed to John Mark, who is said to have drawn on Peter's preaching.
When was Mark written?
Probably between AD 55 and 70.
What is the book of Mark about?
The shortest Gospel moves quickly from miracle to miracle and on to the cross. Mark shows Jesus as a powerful teacher and healer who came not to be served but to serve.
How many chapters are in Mark?
Mark has 16 chapters, in the New Testament.
What is a key verse in Mark?
Mark 10:45: “For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.” (KJV).
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