Mark 1:1
New International Version
The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God,

New Living Translation
This is the Good News about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God. It began

English Standard Version
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Berean Standard Bible
This is the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Berean Literal Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, Son of God.

King James Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God;

New King James Version
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

New American Standard Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God,

NASB 1995
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

NASB 1977
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Legacy Standard Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Amplified Bible
The beginning of the [facts regarding the] good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Berean Annotated Bible
This is the beginning of the gospel (good news) of Jesus (YHWH saves) Christ (the Anointed One), the Son of God [the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ.].

Christian Standard Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

American Standard Version
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Contemporary English Version
This is the good news about Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

English Revised Version
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
This is the beginning of the Good News about Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Good News Translation
This is the Good News about Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

International Standard Version
This is the beginning of the gospel of Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God.

NET Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

New Heart English Bible
The beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Webster's Bible Translation
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ the Son of God;

Weymouth New Testament
The beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ the Son of God.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
This is the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

World English Bible
The beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
A beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, Son of God.

Berean Literal Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, Son of God.

Young's Literal Translation
A beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, Son of God.

Smith's Literal Translation
The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
THE beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

New American Bible
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ [the Son of God].

New Revised Standard Version
The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
THE beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
The beginning of The Gospel of Yeshua The Messiah, The Son of God.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
THE beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God;

Godbey New Testament
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Haweis New Testament
THE beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God;

Mace New Testament
The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ the son of God.

Weymouth New Testament
The beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ the Son of God.

Worrell New Testament
The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, God's Son.

Worsley New Testament
The beginning of the gospel of JESUS CHRIST the Son of GOD.

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Mission of John the Baptist
1This is the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 2As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “Behold, I will send My messenger ahead of You, who will prepare Your way.”…

Cross References
This is the beginning

Genesis 1:1
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.

John 1:1-2
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. / He was with God in the beginning.

1 John 1:1
That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our own eyes, which we have gazed upon and touched with our own hands—this is the Word of life.
of the gospel

Romans 1:1-2
Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, and set apart for the gospel of God— / the gospel He promised beforehand through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures,

1 Corinthians 15:1-4
Now, brothers, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, and in which you stand firm. / By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you. Otherwise, you have believed in vain. / For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, …

Galatians 1:11-12
For I want you to know, brothers, that the gospel I preached was not devised by man. / I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ.
of Jesus Christ,

Matthew 1:1
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham:

John 20:31
But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name.

Acts 2:36
Therefore let all Israel know with certainty that God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ!”
the Son of God.

John 1:34
I have seen and testified that this is the Son of God.”

Romans 1:4
and who through the Spirit of holiness was declared with power to be the Son of God by His resurrection from the dead: Jesus Christ our Lord.

Psalm 2:7
I will proclaim the decree spoken to Me by the LORD: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father.
Luke 1:1-4
Many have undertaken to compose an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, / just as they were handed down to us by the initial eyewitnesses and servants of the word. / Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, …

Acts 1:1
In my first book, O Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach,

Hebrews 1:1-2
On many past occasions and in many different ways, God spoke to our fathers through the prophets. / But in these last days He has spoken to us by His Son, whom He appointed heir of all things, and through whom He made the universe.

Philippians 2:5-11
Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus: / Who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, / but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. …


Treasury of Scripture

The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God;

beginning.

Luke 1:2,3
Even as they delivered them unto us, which from the beginning were eyewitnesses, and ministers of the word; …

Luke 2:10,11
And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people…

Acts 1:1,2
The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, …

Christ.

John 20:31
But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.

Romans 1:1-4
Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God, …

1 John 1:1-3
That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; …

son.

Psalm 2:7
I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto me, Thou art my Son; this day have I begotten thee.

Matthew 3:17
And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.

Matthew 14:33
Then they that were in the ship came and worshipped him, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God.

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Mark 1
1. The office of John the Baptist.
9. Jesus is baptized;
12. tempted;
14. he preaches;
16. calls Peter, Andrew, James, and John;
23. heals one that had a demon;
29. Peter's mother in law;
32. many diseased persons;
40. and cleanses the leper.












This is the beginning

A new stage in God’s saving work begins with the arrival of Jesus. Mark presents His ministry as the opening of the promised renewal of God’s people and creation.

Gen 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.
Jhn 1:1-2 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God…
1Jn 1:1 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard,…

of the gospel

The gospel, meaning “good news,” announces that God has acted to bring salvation through His promised King. Jesus’ coming fulfills the hope that God would rescue His people and establish His reign.

Rom 1:1-2 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle,…
1Co 15:1-4 Now, brothers, I want to remind you of the gospel…
Gal 1:11-12 For I want you to know, brothers, that the gospel I preached…

of Jesus Christ,

Jesus, meaning “Yahweh is salvation,” is the promised Messiah, the Anointed One and King sent by God. His ministry, death, and resurrection accomplish the salvation foretold throughout Scripture.

Mat 1:1 This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ…
Jhn 20:31 But these are written so that you may believe…
Act 2:36 Therefore let all Israel know that God has made…

the Son of God.

Jesus possesses a unique and eternal relationship with the Father. Mark’s Gospel reveals His divine authority through His teaching, command over demons and nature, forgiveness of sins, and victory over death.

Jhn 1:34 I have seen and testified that this is the Son of God.”
Rom 1:4 and who through the Spirit of holiness was declared…
Psa 2:7 I will proclaim the decree spoken to Me by the LORD:…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus Christ
Central figure of the New Testament, believed by Christians to be the Messiah and the Son of God. His life, death, and resurrection are the foundation of the Christian faith.

2. The Gospel
Refers to the "good news" of Jesus Christ's life, death, and resurrection, which brings salvation to humanity. The term "gospel" comes from the Greek word "euangelion," meaning "good news."

3. Son of God
A title affirming the divine nature of Jesus. It emphasizes His unique relationship with God the Father and His role in the divine plan of salvation.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Beginnings
Mark's gospel starts with the "beginning," emphasizing the significance of Jesus' arrival as a pivotal moment in history. Reflect on how new beginnings in your life can be opportunities for spiritual growth and renewal.

Understanding the Gospel
The term "gospel" is central to Christian faith. Consider how you can share the "good news" of Jesus Christ in your daily interactions and live out its transformative power.

Recognizing Jesus' Divinity
Acknowledge Jesus as the "Son of God" in your personal faith journey. This recognition should influence how you worship, pray, and live out your faith.

The Role of Prophecy
The fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in the New Testament underscores the reliability of Scripture. Study these connections to strengthen your faith in God's promises.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Mark 1:1?

2. How does Mark 1:1 establish Jesus' identity as the "Son of God"?

3. What significance does "beginning of the gospel" hold for understanding Mark's message?

4. How does Mark 1:1 connect with Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?

5. How can acknowledging Jesus as the "Son of God" impact your daily life?

6. In what ways can you share the "gospel of Jesus Christ" with others?

7. What is the significance of Mark 1:1 in the context of the New Testament?

8. How does Mark 1:1 establish the identity of Jesus as the Son of God?

9. Why does Mark begin his Gospel with "The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ"?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 1?


(1) The beginning of the gospel.--The opening words are interesting as presenting a transition stage in the history of the word Gospel, between its earlier sense, as meaning generally the "good news" of the kingdom of God (Mark 1:14; Matthew 4:23; Matthew 9:35), and the later sense, as a book recording the main facts in our Lord's life and work. In 1Corinthians 15:1, 2Timothy 2:8, where it clearly includes a narrative of some kind, we have an instance of a like transition.

The Son of God.--This also is significant as to the Church's faith at the time when St. Mark wrote. He, of whom he speaks, was not a prophet or righteous man only, but was, in the highest sense which could be attached to the words, the Son of God. If we think of St. Mark as reproducing St. Peter's teaching, we cannot fail to connect the words, thus placed, as they are, in the very title of his Gospel, with the Apostle's confession in Matthew 16:16. . . .

Verse 1. - The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ. These words mean, not the title of the book, but the commencement of the narrative; and so they depend upon what follows, namely, "as it is written" (καθῶς for ὠς), "even as it is written." The words "the gospel of Jesus Christ" do not signify the book which St. Mark wrote, but the evangelical teaching of Jesus Christ. St. Mark means that the gospel announcement by Jesus Christ had such a beginning as had been predicted by Isaiah and Malachi, namely, the preaching of John the Baptist, and his testimony concerning Christ, to be fully laid open by the preaching and the death of Christ. The preaching of repentance by the Baptist was the preparation and the beginning of the evangelical preaching by Christ, of whom John was the forerunner. It has been well observed that St. Matthew and St. John begin their Gospels from Christ himself; but St. Matthew from the human, and St. John from the Divine, generation of Christ. St. Mark and St. Luke commence from John the Baptist; but St. Luke from his nativity, and St, John from his preaching. The words, the Son of God, are rightly retained in the Revised Version, although they are omitted by some ancient authorities.

Mark 1:1 serves as the title line for the entire book: God is launching something new—good news rooted in the historical Jesus, who is both promised Messiah and eternal Son of God. Every scene that follows will deepen our grasp of that proclamation and invite us to believe, follow, and share the same gospel today.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[This is the] beginning
Ἀρχὴ (Archē)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 746: From archomai; a commencement, or chief.

of the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

gospel
εὐαγγελίου (euangeliou)
Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular
Strong's 2098: From the same as euaggelizo; a good message, i.e. The gospel.

of Jesus
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

Christ,
Χριστοῦ (Christou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.

[the] Son
Υἱοῦ (Huiou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207: A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.

of God.
Θεοῦ (Theou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.


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