New International Version Jesus said to the man with the shriveled hand, “Stand up in front of everyone.” New Living Translation Jesus said to the man with the deformed hand, “Come and stand in front of everyone.” English Standard Version And he said to the man with the withered hand, “Come here.” Berean Standard Bible Then Jesus said to the man with the withered hand, “Stand up among us.” Berean Literal Bible And He says to the man having the withered hand, “Arise into the midst.” King James Bible And he saith unto the man which had the withered hand, Stand forth. New King James Version And He said to the man who had the withered hand, “Step forward.” New American Standard Bible He said to the man with the withered hand, “Get up and come forward!” NASB 1995 He said to the man with the withered hand, “Get up and come forward!” NASB 1977 And He said to the man with the withered hand, “Rise and come forward!” Legacy Standard Bible And He said to the man with the withered hand, “Get up and come forward!” Amplified Bible He said to the man whose hand was withered, “Get up and come forward!” Berean Annotated Bible Then Jesus said to the man with the withered hand, “Stand up among us. Christian Standard Bible He told the man with the shriveled hand, “Stand before us.” Holman Christian Standard Bible He told the man with the paralyzed hand, “Stand before us.” American Standard Version And he saith unto the man that had his hand withered, Stand forth. Contemporary English Version Jesus told the man to stand up where everyone could see him. English Revised Version And he saith unto the man that had his hand withered, Stand forth. GOD'S WORD® Translation So he told the man with the paralyzed hand, "Stand in the center [of the synagogue]." Good News Translation Jesus said to the man, "Come up here to the front." International Standard Version He told the man with the paralyzed hand, "Come forward." NET Bible So he said to the man who had the withered hand, "Stand up among all these people." New Heart English Bible And he said to the man with the withered hand, "Stand up in the middle." Webster's Bible Translation And he saith to the man who had the withered hand, Stand forth. Weymouth New Testament "Come forward," said He to the man with the shrivelled arm. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen Jesus said to the man with the withered hand, “Stand up among us.” World English Bible He said to the man whose hand was withered, “Stand up.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd He says to the man having the hand withered, “Rise up in the midst.” Berean Literal Bible And He says to the man having the withered hand, “Arise into the midst.” Young's Literal Translation And he saith to the man having the hand withered, 'Rise up in the midst.' Smith's Literal Translation And he says to the man having the hand dried up, Rise in the midst. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he said to the man who had the withered hand: Stand up in the midst. Catholic Public Domain Version And he said to the man who had the withered hand, “Stand up in the middle.” New American Bible He said to the man with the withered hand, “Come up here before us.” New Revised Standard Version And he said to the man who had the withered hand, “Come forward.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he said to the man whose hand was withered, Stand up in the midst. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he said to that man whose hand was shriveled, “Stand in the center.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd he said to the man who had the withered hand: Arise, and come into the midst. Godbey New Testament And He says to the man having a withered hand; Haweis New Testament And he saith to the man who had the withered hand, Rise up in the midst. Mace New Testament he said then to the man who had the withered hand, rise and stand there in the midst. Weymouth New Testament "Come forward," said He to the man with the shrivelled arm. Worrell New Testament And He saith to the man having the withered hand, Worsley New Testament And He said to the man, that had the withered hand, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Jesus Heals on the Sabbath…2In order to accuse Jesus, they were watching to see if He would heal on the Sabbath. 3Then Jesus said to the man with the withered hand, “Stand up among us.” 4And He asked them, “Which is lawful on the Sabbath: to do good or to do evil, to save life or to destroy it?” But they were silent.… Cross References Then Jesus said to the man with the withered hand, Matthew 12:13 Then Jesus said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” So he stretched it out, and it was restored to full use, just like the other. Mark 2:11 “I tell you, get up, pick up your mat, and go home.” John 5:8 Then Jesus told him, “Get up, pick up your mat, and walk.” “Stand up among us.” Luke 6:8 But Jesus knew their thoughts and said to the man with the withered hand, “Get up and stand among us.” So he got up and stood there. Matthew 9:6 But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins...” Then He said to the paralytic, “Get up, pick up your mat, and go home.” Mark 5:41 Taking her by the hand, Jesus said, “Talitha koum!” which means, “Little girl, I say to you, get up!” Matthew 12:10-13 and a man with a withered hand was there. In order to accuse Jesus, they asked Him, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath?” / He replied, “If one of you has a sheep and it falls into a pit on the Sabbath, will he not take hold of it and lift it out? / How much more valuable is a man than a sheep! Therefore it is lawful to do good on the Sabbath.” … Matthew 9:4 But Jesus knew what they were thinking and said, “Why do you harbor evil in your hearts? Luke 5:22-24 Knowing what they were thinking, Jesus replied, “Why are you thinking these things in your hearts? / Which is easier: to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up and walk’? / But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on the earth to forgive sins…” He said to the paralytic, “I tell you, get up, pick up your mat, and go home.” John 9:6-7 When Jesus had said this, He spit on the ground, made some mud, and applied it to the man’s eyes. / Then He told him, “Go, wash in the Pool of Siloam” (which means “Sent”). So the man went and washed, and came back seeing. Matthew 4:23 Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. Luke 13:14 But the synagogue leader was indignant that Jesus had healed on the Sabbath. “There are six days for work,” he told the crowd. “So come and be healed on those days and not on the Sabbath.” John 7:23 If a boy can be circumcised on the Sabbath so that the law of Moses will not be broken, why are you angry with Me for making the whole man well on the Sabbath? Matthew 12:9 Moving on from there, Jesus entered their synagogue, Luke 14:3-4 So Jesus asked the experts in the law and the Pharisees, “Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath or not?” / But they remained silent. Then Jesus took hold of the man, healed him, and sent him on his way. John 3:2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs You are doing if God were not with him.” Treasury of Scripture And he said to the man which had the withered hand, Stand forth. he saith. Isaiah 42:4 He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law. Daniel 6:10 Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime. Luke 6:8 But he knew their thoughts, and said to the man which had the withered hand, Rise up, and stand forth in the midst. And he arose and stood forth. Stand forth. Jump to Previous Arm Dried Forth Forward Front Hand Jesus Midst Rise Shriveled Shrivelled Stand WitheredJump to Next Arm Dried Forth Forward Front Hand Jesus Midst Rise Shriveled Shrivelled Stand WitheredMark 3 1. Jesus heals the withered hand,10. and many other infirmities; 11. rebukes the unclean spirit; 13. chooses his twelve apostles; 22. convinces the blasphemy of casting out demons by Beelzebub; 31. and shows who are his brother, sister, and mother. Then Jesus said to the man with the withered hand, Jesus singled out a man whose disability likely limited his work and daily life. In the synagogue, before the Pharisees who were watching for an accusation, He gave the man personal attention and brought the coming conflict into public view. Mat 12:13 Then Jesus said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.”… “Stand up among us.” Jesus called him to stand where everyone could see. The command exposed the Pharisees’ hardened concern for Sabbath rules over mercy and prepared the congregation to witness Christ’s authority to heal. Luk 6:8 But Jesus knew their thoughts and said to the man… Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure of the New Testament, the Son of God, who performs miracles and teaches with authority. 2. The Man with the Withered Hand An individual suffering from a physical ailment, representing those in need of healing and restoration. 3. The Synagogue A place of Jewish worship and teaching, where Jesus often taught and performed miracles. 4. The Pharisees A religious group known for strict adherence to the Law, often in conflict with Jesus over interpretations of the Law. 5. The Sabbath A day of rest and worship in Jewish tradition, central to the conflict in this passage as Jesus heals on the Sabbath. Teaching Points Jesus' Authority and CompassionJesus demonstrates His authority over religious traditions by prioritizing compassion and healing over strict legalism. The Call to Stand Jesus' command to "Stand up among us" is a call to faith and action, inviting individuals to step forward and receive His healing and grace. The Purpose of the Sabbath The Sabbath is meant for restoration and worship, not as a burden. Jesus teaches that doing good and showing mercy align with God's intentions for the Sabbath. Confronting Legalism Believers are encouraged to examine their own hearts for legalistic tendencies and to prioritize love and mercy in their interactions with others. Faith in Action The man's response to Jesus' command is an example of faith in action, demonstrating trust in Jesus' power and authority. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Mark 3:3?2. How does Jesus' command to "stand up" demonstrate His authority and compassion? 3. What does Mark 3:3 reveal about Jesus' priorities on the Sabbath? 4. How can we apply Jesus' example of action over tradition in our lives? 5. In what ways does Mark 3:3 connect to Jesus' healing ministry throughout the Gospels? 6. How can we discern when to prioritize compassion over legalistic traditions in our faith? 7. Why did Jesus choose to heal on the Sabbath in Mark 3:3? 8. What does Jesus' command to "Stand up among us" signify in Mark 3:3? 9. How does Mark 3:3 challenge traditional views of Sabbath observance? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 3? Verses 3, 4. - Stand forth. The words in the original are Ἔγειραι εἰς τὸ μέσον Rise into the midst. In St. Matthew's account (Matthew 12:10), the scribes and Pharisees here ask our Lord, "Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath day?" The two accounts are easily reconciled if we first suppose the scribes and Pharisees to ask this question of our Lord, and then our Lord to answer them by putting their own question to them in another form. Is it lawful on the sabbath day to do good, or to do harm? to save a life, or to kill? Our Lord's meaning appears to be this: "If any one, baying it in his power, omits to do an act of mercy on the sabbath day-for one grievously afflicted, as this man is, if he is able to cure him, as I Christ am able, he does him a wrong; for he denies him that help which he owes him by the law of charity." Our Lord thus plainly signifies that not to do an act of kindness to a sick man on the sabbath day when you are able to do it, is really to do him a wrong. But it is never lawful to do a wrong; and therefore it is always lawful to do good, not excepting even the sabbath day, for that is dedicated to God and to good works. Whence it is a greater sin to do a wrong on the sabbath than on other days; for thus the sanctity of the sabbath is violated, just as it is all the more honoured and sanctified by doing good. In our Lord's judgment, then, to neglect to save, when you have it in your power to do so, is to destroy. They held their peace. They could not answer him. They are obstinate indeed in their infidelity, who, when they can say nothing against the truth, refuse to say anything for it. Mark 3:3 shows Jesus taking sovereign initiative, fixing His compassionate gaze on a broken man, and calling him to stand in faith before all. The verse teaches Christ’s authority to speak life, His heart for individual sufferers, and His determination to confront empty religion with living demonstration of God’s goodness. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek ThenΚαὶ (Kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. [Jesus] said λέγει (legei) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 3004: (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. to the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative 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. man ἀνθρώπῳ (anthrōpō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 444: A man, one of the human race. From aner and ops; man-faced, i.e. A human being. with ἔχοντι (echonti) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative 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. withered ξηράν (xēran) Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3584: Dry, withered; noun: dry land. From the base of xestes; arid; by implication, shrunken, earth. hand, χεῖρα (cheira) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 5495: A hand. “Stand up Ἔγειρε (Egeire) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 1453: (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse. among [us].” μέσον (meson) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 3319: Middle, in the middle, between, in the midst of. From meta; middle (neuter) noun). Additonal Resources Mark 3:3 Blue Letter BibleMark 3:3 Bible Gateway Mark 3:3 Bible.com Mark 3:3 NIV |
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