Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Truly I tell you, wherever the gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be told, in memory of her.” New Living Translation I tell you the truth, wherever the Good News is preached throughout the world, this woman’s deed will be remembered and discussed.” English Standard Version And truly, I say to you, wherever the gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will be told in memory of her.” Berean Standard Bible And truly I tell you, wherever the gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.” Berean Literal Bible And truly I say to you, wherever the gospel shall be proclaimed in the whole world, what this woman has done also will be spoken of, for a memorial of her." King James Bible Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, this also that she hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her. New King James Version Assuredly, I say to you, wherever this gospel is preached in the whole world, what this woman has done will also be told as a memorial to her.” New American Standard Bible Truly I say to you, wherever the gospel is preached in the entire world, what this woman has done will also be told in memory of her.” NASB 1995 “Truly I say to you, wherever the gospel is preached in the whole world, what this woman has done will also be spoken of in memory of her.” NASB 1977 “And truly I say to you, wherever the gospel is preached in the whole world, that also which this woman has done shall be spoken of in memory of her.” Legacy Standard Bible And truly I say to you, wherever the gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what this woman did will also be spoken of in memory of her.” Amplified Bible I assure you and most solemnly say to you, wherever the good news [regarding salvation] is proclaimed throughout the world, what she has done will be told in memory of her.” Christian Standard Bible Truly I tell you, wherever the gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.” Holman Christian Standard Bible I assure you: Wherever the gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what this woman has done will also be told in memory of her.” American Standard Version And verily I say unto you, Wheresoever the gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, that also which this woman hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her. Contemporary English Version You may be sure that wherever the good news is told all over the world, people will remember what she has done. And they will tell others. English Revised Version And verily I say unto you, Wheresoever the gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, that also which this woman hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her. GOD'S WORD® Translation I can guarantee this truth: Wherever the Good News is spoken in the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her." Good News Translation Now, I assure you that wherever the gospel is preached all over the world, what she has done will be told in memory of her." International Standard Version I tell all of you with certainty, wherever the gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will also be told as a memorial to her." Majority Standard Bible And truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.? NET Bible I tell you the truth, wherever the gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her." New Heart English Bible Truly I tell you, wherever this Good News may be preached throughout the whole world, that which this woman has done will also be spoken of for a memorial of her." Webster's Bible Translation Verily I say to you, Wherever this gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, this also that she hath done shall be spoken of, for a memorial of her. Weymouth New Testament And I solemnly tell you that wherever in the whole world the Good News shall be proclaimed, this which she has done shall also be told in remembrance of her." World English Bible Most certainly I tell you, wherever this Good News may be preached throughout the whole world, that which this woman has done will also be spoken of for a memorial of her.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTruly I say to you, wherever this good news may be proclaimed in the whole world, what this woman did will also be spoken of—for a memorial of her.” Berean Literal Bible And truly I say to you, wherever the gospel shall be proclaimed in the whole world, what this woman has done also will be spoken of, for a memorial of her." Young's Literal Translation Verily I say to you, wherever this good news may be proclaimed in the whole world, what also this woman did shall be spoken of -- for a memorial of her.' Smith's Literal Translation Truly I say to you, Wherever this good news be proclaimed in the whole world, also what she has done shall be spoken for a memorial of her. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAmen, I say to you, wheresoever this gospel shall be preached in the whole world, that also which she hath done, shall be told for a memorial of her. Catholic Public Domain Version Amen I say to you, wherever this Gospel shall be preached throughout the entire world, the things she has done also shall be told, in memory of her.” New American Bible Amen, I say to you, wherever the gospel is proclaimed to the whole world, what she has done will be told in memory of her.” New Revised Standard Version Truly I tell you, wherever the good news is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will be told in remembrance of her.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd truly I say to you, Wherever this my gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be told as a memorial to her. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And amen, I say to you, that everywhere that this my gospel shall be preached in all the world, this thing that she has done shall also be spoken in her memory.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentVerily I say to you, wherever this gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, this also which she has done shall be told, for a memorial of her. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached through the whole world, there shall, what she hath done, be told for a memorial of her. Mace New Testament I declare unto you, in whatever quarter of the world this part of the gospel-history shall be related, this action of hers shall be mention'd to her praise. Weymouth New Testament And I solemnly tell you that wherever in the whole world the Good News shall be proclaimed, this which she has done shall also be told in remembrance of her." Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jesus Anointed at Bethany…8She has done what she could to anoint My body in advance of My burial. 9And truly I tell you, wherever the gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.” 10Then Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the chief priests to betray Jesus to them.… Cross References Matthew 26:13 Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.” John 12:3-8 Then Mary took about a pint of expensive perfume, made of pure nard, and she anointed Jesus’ feet and wiped them with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. / But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, who was going to betray Him, asked, / “Why wasn’t this perfume sold for three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor?” ... Luke 7:37-39 When a sinful woman from that town learned that Jesus was dining there, she brought an alabaster jar of perfume. / As she stood behind Him at His feet weeping, she began to wet His feet with her tears and wipe them with her hair. Then she kissed His feet and anointed them with the perfume. / When the Pharisee who had invited Jesus saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, He would know who this is and what kind of woman is touching Him—for she is a sinner!” Matthew 24:14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. Acts 10:4 Cornelius stared at him in fear and asked, “What is it, Lord?” The angel answered, “Your prayers and gifts to the poor have ascended as a memorial offering before God. Philippians 4:18 I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 But thanks be to God, who always leads us triumphantly as captives in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him. / For we are to God the sweet aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. / To the one we are an odor that brings death, to the other a fragrance that brings life. And who is qualified for such a task? Romans 16:1-2 I commend to you our sister Phoebe, a servant of the church in Cenchrea. / Welcome her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and assist her with anything she may need from you. For she has been a great help to many people, including me. 1 Samuel 2:30 Therefore, the LORD, the God of Israel, declares: ‘I did indeed say that your house and the house of your father would walk before Me forever. But now the LORD declares: Far be it from Me! For I will honor those who honor Me, but those who despise Me will be disdained. Proverbs 10:7 The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot. Ecclesiastes 7:1 A good name is better than fine perfume, and one’s day of death is better than his day of birth. Isaiah 52:7 How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!” Psalm 112:6 Surely he will never be shaken; the righteous man will be remembered forever. Malachi 3:16 At that time those who feared the LORD spoke with one another, and the LORD listened and heard them. So a scroll of remembrance was written before Him regarding those who feared the LORD and honored His name. 1 Kings 8:41-43 And as for the foreigner who is not of Your people Israel but has come from a distant land because of Your name— / for they will hear of Your great name and mighty hand and outstretched arm—when he comes and prays toward this temple, / then may You hear from heaven, Your dwelling place, and do according to all for which the foreigner calls to You. Then all the peoples of the earth will know Your name and fear You, as do Your people Israel, and they will know that this house I have built is called by Your Name. Treasury of Scripture Truly I say to you, Wherever this gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, this also that she has done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her. Wheresoever. Mark 16:15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. Matthew 26:12,13 For in that she hath poured this ointment on my body, she did it for my burial… a memorial. Numbers 31:54 And Moses and Eleazar the priest took the gold of the captains of thousands and of hundreds, and brought it into the tabernacle of the congregation, for a memorial for the children of Israel before the LORD. Psalm 112:6-9 Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance… Zechariah 6:14 And the crowns shall be to Helem, and to Tobijah, and to Jedaiah, and to Hen the son of Zephaniah, for a memorial in the temple of the LORD. Jump to Previous Earth Glad Goes Good Gospel Memorial Memory News Preached Proclaimed Remembrance Solemnly Talked Throughout Tidings Truth Verily Wheresoever Wherever Whole WorldJump to Next Earth Glad Goes Good Gospel Memorial Memory News Preached Proclaimed Remembrance Solemnly Talked Throughout Tidings Truth Verily Wheresoever Wherever Whole WorldMark 14 1. A conspiracy against Jesus.3. Expensive perfume is poured on his head by a woman. 10. Judas sells his Master for money. 12. Jesus himself foretells how he will be betrayed by one of his disciples; 22. after the passover prepared, and eaten, institutes his last supper; 26. declares beforehand the flight of all his disciples, and Peter's denial. 43. Judas betrays him with a kiss. 46. Jesus is apprehended in the garden; 53. falsely accused and impiously condemned of the council; 65. shamefully abused by them; 66. and thrice denied by Peter. And truly I tell you This phrase emphasizes the certainty and importance of Jesus' statement. In the Gospels, Jesus often uses "truly" or "verily" to underscore the truth and significance of His words. It reflects His authority as the Son of God, who speaks with divine insight and assurance. This introduction signals to the listener that what follows is of great importance and should be heeded carefully. wherever the gospel is preached in all the world what she has done will also be told in memory of her. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, who acknowledges and honors the woman's act of devotion. 2. The Woman Although unnamed in Mark, she is identified in other Gospels as Mary of Bethany. She anoints Jesus with expensive perfume, demonstrating her love and devotion. 3. Bethany A village near Jerusalem where this event takes place, often associated with Jesus' friends Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. 4. The Disciples Present during the event, some of whom criticize the woman's actions as wasteful. 5. The Gospel The good news of Jesus Christ, which is to be preached throughout the world, and within which this woman's act is to be remembered. Teaching Points The Value of DevotionThe woman's act of anointing Jesus with expensive perfume demonstrates the value of wholehearted devotion to Christ. True worship often involves sacrifice and prioritizing Jesus above material concerns. Eternal Impact of Our Actions Jesus' promise that the woman's deed will be remembered wherever the gospel is preached highlights the eternal significance of our actions when done in faith and love. Criticism and Faithfulness The disciples' criticism of the woman's actions serves as a reminder that acts of faith may not always be understood or appreciated by others. Faithfulness to Christ should remain our focus. The Role of Women in the Gospel This passage underscores the important role women played in Jesus' ministry and the spread of the gospel, challenging cultural norms of the time. The Global Mission of the Gospel Jesus' statement points to the global mission of the gospel, encouraging believers to participate in sharing the good news worldwide.Verse 9. - Wheresoever the gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, that also which this woman hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her (εἰς μνημόσυνον αὐτῆς). "Mnemosyne was the mother of the Muses, and so called because, before the invention of writing, a retentive memory was of the utmost value in every effort of literary genius" (Dr. Morison on St. Mark). When our Lord delivered this prediction, none of the Gospels had been written; nor bad the gospel been preached at this time throughout the then known world. Now it has been published for more than eighteen centuries; and wherever, it is proclaimed, this deed of Mary's is published with it, in continual memory of her, and to her lasting honor. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Andδὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. truly ἀμὴν (amēn) Hebrew Word Strong's 281: Of Hebrew origin; properly, firm, i.e. trustworthy; adverbially, surely. I tell λέγω (legō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st 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. you, ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. wherever ὅπου (hopou) Adverb Strong's 3699: Where, whither, in what place. From hos and pou; what(-ever) where, i.e. At whichever spot. the τὸ (to) Article - Nominative 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 εὐαγγέλιον (euangelion) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 2098: From the same as euaggelizo; a good message, i.e. The gospel. is preached κηρυχθῇ (kērychthē) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2784: To proclaim, herald, preach. Of uncertain affinity; to herald, especially divine truth. in εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. all ὅλον (holon) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 3650: All, the whole, entire, complete. A primary word; 'whole' or 'all', i.e. Complete, especially as noun or adverb. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative 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. world, κόσμον (kosmon) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 2889: Probably from the base of komizo; orderly arrangement, i.e. Decoration; by implication, the world (morally). what ὃ (ho) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that. [she] αὕτη (hautē) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it. has done ἐποίησεν (epoiēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular 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. will also be told λαληθήσεται (lalēthēsetai) Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2980: A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words. in εἰς (eis) Preposition Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. memory μνημόσυνον (mnēmosynon) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 3422: Reminder, memorial; a remembrance offering. From mnemoneuo; a reminder, i.e. Record. of her.” αὐτῆς (autēs) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Feminine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. 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