New International Version But Jesus still made no reply, and Pilate was amazed. New Living Translation But Jesus said nothing, much to Pilate’s surprise. English Standard Version But Jesus made no further answer, so that Pilate was amazed. Berean Standard Bible But to Pilate’s amazement, Jesus made no further reply. Berean Literal Bible But Jesus answered no more, so as to amaze Pilate. King James Bible But Jesus yet answered nothing; so that Pilate marvelled. New King James Version But Jesus still answered nothing, so that Pilate marveled. New American Standard Bible But Jesus said nothing further in answer, so Pilate was amazed. NASB 1995 But Jesus made no further answer; so Pilate was amazed. NASB 1977 But Jesus made no further answer; so that Pilate was amazed. Legacy Standard Bible But Jesus made no further answer; so Pilate marveled. Amplified Bible But Jesus gave no further answer; so Pilate was perplexed. Berean Annotated Bible But to Pilate’s amazement, Jesus (YHWH saves) made no further reply. Christian Standard Bible But Jesus still did not answer, and so Pilate was amazed. Holman Christian Standard Bible But Jesus still did not answer anything, so Pilate was amazed. American Standard Version But Jesus no more answered anything; insomuch that Pilate marvelled. Contemporary English Version But Jesus did not answer, and Pilate was amazed. English Revised Version But Jesus no more answered anything; insomuch that Pilate marveled. GOD'S WORD® Translation But Jesus no longer answered anything, so Pilate was surprised. Good News Translation Again Jesus refused to say a word, and Pilate was amazed. International Standard Version But since Jesus no longer answered, Pilate was astonished. NET Bible But Jesus made no further reply, so that Pilate was amazed. New Heart English Bible But Jesus made no further answer, and Pilate was amazed. Webster's Bible Translation But Jesus yet answered nothing: so that Pilate marveled. Weymouth New Testament But Jesus made no further answer: so that Pilate wondered. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut to Pilate’s amazement, Jesus made no further reply. World English Bible But Jesus made no further answer, so that Pilate marveled. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Jesus no longer answered anything, so that Pilate wondered. Berean Literal Bible But Jesus answered no more, so as to amaze Pilate. Young's Literal Translation and Jesus did no more answer anything, so that Pilate wondered. Smith's Literal Translation And Jesus yet answered nothing; so that Pilate wondered. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut Jesus still answered nothing; so that Pilate wondered. Catholic Public Domain Version But Jesus continued to give no response, so that Pilate wondered. New American Bible Jesus gave him no further answer, so that Pilate was amazed. New Revised Standard Version But Jesus made no further reply, so that Pilate was amazed. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut Jesus gave no answer, so that Pilate marvelled. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But Yeshua gave no answer, to Pilate's amazement. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut Jesus gave no further answer; so that Pilate was astonished. Godbey New Testament And Jesus responded nothing at all; so that Pilate marveled. Haweis New Testament But Jesus notwithstanding made not a word of reply; so that Pilate marvelled. Mace New Testament but Jesus still made no answer; so that Pilate was much amaz'd. Weymouth New Testament But Jesus made no further answer: so that Pilate wondered. Worrell New Testament But Jesus no longer made any answer; so that Pilate marvelled. Worsley New Testament but Jesus still answered nothing, so that Pilate was amazed. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Jesus Delivered to Pilate…4Then Pilate questioned Him again, “Have You no answer? Look how many charges they are bringing against You!” 5But to Pilate’s amazement, Jesus made no further reply. 6Now it was Pilate’s custom at the feast to release to the people a prisoner of their choosing.… Cross References But to Pilate’s amazement, Matthew 27:14 But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor’s amazement. Luke 23:9 Herod questioned Jesus at great length, but He gave no answer. Jesus made no further reply. Isaiah 53:7 He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth. John 19:9 and he went back into the Praetorium. “Where are You from?” he asked. But Jesus gave no answer. 1 Peter 2:23 When they heaped abuse on Him, He did not retaliate; when He suffered, He made no threats, but entrusted Himself to Him who judges justly. Matthew 27:12-14 And when He was accused by the chief priests and elders, He gave no answer. / Then Pilate asked Him, “Do You not hear how many charges they are bringing against You?” / But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor’s amazement. Acts 8:32-33 The eunuch was reading this passage of Scripture: “He was led like a sheep to the slaughter, and as a lamb before the shearer is silent, so He did not open His mouth. / In His humiliation He was deprived of justice. Who can recount His descendants? For His life was removed from the earth.” Psalm 38:13-14 But like a deaf man, I do not hear; and like a mute man, I do not open my mouth. / I am like a man who cannot hear, whose mouth offers no reply. Psalm 39:1-2 For the choirmaster. For Jeduthun. A Psalm of David. I said, “I will watch my ways so that I will not sin with my tongue; I will guard my mouth with a muzzle as long as the wicked are present.” / I was speechless and still; I remained silent, even from speaking good, and my sorrow was stirred. Psalm 44:15 All day long my disgrace is before me, and shame has covered my face, 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 109:4 In return for my love they accuse me, but I am a man of prayer. Isaiah 42:2 He will not cry out or raise His voice, nor make His voice heard in the streets. Isaiah 50:6-7 I offered My back to those who struck Me, and My cheeks to those who tore out My beard. I did not hide My face from scorn and spittle. / Because the Lord GOD helps Me, I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know that I will not be put to shame. Lamentations 3:28-30 Let him sit alone in silence, for the LORD has laid it upon him. / Let him bury his face in the dust—perhaps there is still hope. / Let him offer his cheek to the one who would strike him; let him be filled with reproach. Micah 5:1 Now, O daughter of troops, mobilize your troops; for a siege is laid against us! With a rod they will strike the cheek of the judge of Israel. Treasury of Scripture But Jesus yet answered nothing; so that Pilate marveled. Jesus. Isaiah 53:7 He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth: he is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so he openeth not his mouth. John 19:9 And went again into the judgment hall, and saith unto Jesus, Whence art thou? But Jesus gave him no answer. Pilate. Psalm 71:7 I am as a wonder unto many; but thou art my strong refuge. Isaiah 8:18 Behold, I and the children whom the LORD hath given me are for signs and for wonders in Israel from the LORD of hosts, which dwelleth in mount Zion. Zechariah 3:8 Hear now, O Joshua the high priest, thou, and thy fellows that sit before thee: for they are men wondered at: for, behold, I will bring forth my servant the BRANCH. Jump to Previous Amazed Answers Full Further Insomuch Jesus Marveled Marvelled Pilate Wonder WonderedJump to Next Amazed Answers Full Further Insomuch Jesus Marveled Marvelled Pilate Wonder WonderedMark 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. But to Pilate’s amazement, Pilate was accustomed to accused men pleading for acquittal or arguing against their charges. Jesus’ calm restraint under accusations that could bring execution set Him apart from ordinary defendants. The governor found no corresponding fear, desperation, or attempt to win favor. Mat 27:14 But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge,… Jesus made no further reply. Jesus willingly submitted to the course before Him, refusing to answer false accusations or resist the Father’s purpose. His silence fulfilled the portrait of the suffering servant who would bear injustice without defending Himself, showing that His death was not forced upon Him but accepted as the sacrifice for sin. Isa 53:7 He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open… Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who is on trial before Pilate. His silence in this verse is significant and reflects His fulfillment of prophecy and His submission to God's will. 2. Pontius Pilate The Roman governor of Judea who presides over the trial of Jesus. Pilate is amazed by Jesus' silence, which is unusual for someone facing serious accusations. 3. The Trial This event takes place during the Passion of Christ, where Jesus is brought before Pilate after being arrested and accused by the Jewish leaders. 4. The Accusers The chief priests and elders who bring Jesus to Pilate, accusing Him of various charges in an attempt to secure His execution. 5. Jerusalem The city where these events unfold, significant as the center of Jewish religious life and the location of Jesus' crucifixion. Teaching Points The Power of SilenceJesus' silence before His accusers demonstrates strength and confidence in God's plan. In our lives, there are times when silence can be more powerful than words, especially when facing false accusations or misunderstandings. Fulfillment of Prophecy Jesus' actions consistently fulfill Old Testament prophecies, affirming the reliability of Scripture and God's sovereign plan. Believers can trust that God's promises will come to pass. Trust in God's Justice Jesus' example teaches us to entrust ourselves to God's justice rather than seeking personal vengeance. We are called to respond to injustice with faith and patience. Amazement of the World Pilate's amazement at Jesus' silence reflects how the world often does not understand the ways of God. As Christians, our actions and responses should cause others to see the difference Christ makes in our lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Mark 15:5?2. Why did Jesus remain silent before Pilate in Mark 15:5? 3. How does Jesus' silence fulfill Isaiah's prophecy about the Messiah? 4. What can we learn from Jesus' example of silence under false accusations? 5. How should we respond when falsely accused, based on Mark 15:5? 6. How does Jesus' silence demonstrate His trust in God's plan? 7. Why did Jesus remain silent before Pilate in Mark 15:5? 8. How does Jesus' silence in Mark 15:5 fulfill prophecy? 9. What is the significance of Jesus' silence in Mark 15:5 for Christians today? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 15? Verse 5. - Pilate marvelled. He marvelled that the innocent Savior, wise and eloquent, standing before him in peril of his life, should remain silent when thus vehemently accused by the leading men of the Jews. Pilate marvelled at his forbearance, his calmness, his contempt of death; from all of which he argued his absolute innocence and holiness, and resolved to do everything in his power to deliver him. The silence of a blameless life pleads more powerfully than any defense, however elaborate. Mark 15:5 spotlights the purposeful silence of Jesus. One small verse reveals a dramatic contrast, displays Pilate’s bewilderment, fulfills ancient prophecy, and models godly restraint. Christ’s choice not to answer secures the path to the cross and showcases absolute trust in the Father. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. to ὥστε (hōste) Conjunction Strong's 5620: So that, therefore, so then, so as to. From hos and te; so too, i.e. Thus therefore. Pilate’s Πιλᾶτον (Pilaton) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 4091: Pilate. Of Latin origin; close-pressed, i.e. Firm; Pilatus, a Roman. amazement, θαυμάζειν (thaumazein) Verb - Present Infinitive Active Strong's 2296: (a) intrans: I wonder, marvel, (b) trans: I wonder at, admire. From thauma; to wonder; by implication, to admire. Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. made no further reply. ἀπεκρίθη (apekrithē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 611: From apo and krino; to conclude for oneself, i.e. to respond; by Hebraism to begin to speak. Additonal Resources Mark 15:5 Blue Letter BibleMark 15:5 Bible Gateway Mark 15:5 Bible.com Mark 15:5 NIV |



