Mark 1:35
New International Version
Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.

New Living Translation
Before daybreak the next morning, Jesus got up and went out to an isolated place to pray.

English Standard Version
And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed.

Berean Standard Bible
Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and went out to a solitary place to pray.

Berean Literal Bible
And having risen up very early, still much in night, He went out and departed into a solitary place, and there He was praying.

King James Bible
And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.

New King James Version
Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed.

New American Standard Bible
And in the early morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house, and went away to a secluded place, and prayed there for a time.

NASB 1995
In the early morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house, and went away to a secluded place, and was praying there.

NASB 1977
And in the early morning, while it was still dark, He arose and went out and departed to a lonely place, and was praying there.

Legacy Standard Bible
And in the early morning, while it was still dark, Jesus rose up, went out of the house, and went away to a desolate place, and was praying there.

Amplified Bible
Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left [the house], and went out to a secluded place, and was praying there.

Christian Standard Bible
Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he got up, went out, and made his way to a deserted place; and there he was praying.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He got up, went out, and made His way to a deserted place. And He was praying there.

American Standard Version
And in the morning, a great while before day, he rose up and went out, and departed into a desert place, and there prayed.

Contemporary English Version
Very early the next morning before daylight, Jesus got up and went to a place where he could be alone and pray.

English Revised Version
And in the morning, a great while before day, he rose up and went out, and departed into a desert place, and there prayed.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
In the morning, long before sunrise, Jesus went to a place where he could be alone to pray.

Good News Translation
Very early the next morning, long before daylight, Jesus got up and left the house. He went out of town to a lonely place, where he prayed.

International Standard Version
In the morning, while it was still very dark, Jesus got up and went to a deserted place and prayed there.

Majority Standard Bible
Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and slipped out to a solitary place to pray.

NET Bible
Then Jesus got up early in the morning when it was still very dark, departed, and went out to a deserted place, and there he spent time in prayer.

New Heart English Bible
And early in the morning, while it was still dark, he rose up and went out, and departed into a deserted place, and prayed there.

Webster's Bible Translation
And in the morning, rising a great while before day, he went out and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.

Weymouth New Testament
In the morning He rose early, while it was still quite dark, and leaving the house He went away to a solitary place and there prayed.

World English Bible
Early in the morning, while it was still dark, he rose up and went out, and departed into a deserted place, and prayed there.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And very early, it being yet night, having risen, He went forth, and went away to a desolate place, and was praying there;

Berean Literal Bible
And having risen up very early, still much in night, He went out and departed into a solitary place, and there He was praying.

Young's Literal Translation
And very early, it being yet night, having risen, he went forth, and went away to a desert place, and was there praying;

Smith's Literal Translation
And early, having risen far in the night, he went out, and departed into a deserted place, and there prayed.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And rising very early, going out, he went into a desert place: and there he prayed.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And rising up very early, departing, he went out to a deserted place, and there he prayed.

New American Bible
Rising very early before dawn, he left and went off to a deserted place, where he prayed.

New Revised Standard Version
In the morning, while it was still very dark, he got up and went out to a deserted place, and there he prayed.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And in the morning he rose up very early and went away to a lonely place, and there prayed.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And in the very early morning he arose first and went on to a desolate place and there he prayed.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And very early in the morning, while it was yet dark, he arose and went out, and departed to a desert place, and there prayed.

Godbey New Testament
And in the morning, exceedingly early, while it was yet night, having arisen up He came out, and went away into a desert place, and was praying there.

Haweis New Testament
And very early (the night being far advanced towards morning) rising up, he went forth, and retired into a desert place, and there prayed.

Mace New Testament
On the morrow rising up, while it was yet dark, he went out, and retired into a solitary place, where he prayed.

Weymouth New Testament
In the morning He rose early, while it was still quite dark, and leaving the house He went away to a solitary place and there prayed.

Worrell New Testament
And, having risen very early, by night, He went out into a desert place, and was there praying.

Worsley New Testament
And in the morning, before it was light, He rose up and went out, and retired into a solitary place, and there prayed.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jesus Prays and Preaches
34And He healed many who were ill with various diseases and drove out many demons. But He would not allow the demons to speak, because they knew who He was. 35Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and slipped out to a solitary place to pray. 36Simon and his companions went to look for Him,…

Cross References
Luke 5:16
Yet He frequently withdrew to the wilderness to pray.

Matthew 14:23
After He had dismissed them, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone,

Luke 6:12
In those days Jesus went out to the mountain to pray, and He spent the night in prayer to God.

Matthew 6:6
But when you pray, go into your inner room, shut your door, and pray to your Father, who is unseen. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.

Luke 9:18
One day as Jesus was praying in private and the disciples were with Him, He questioned them: “Who do the crowds say I am?”

Matthew 26:36-39
Then Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and He told them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.” / He took with Him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee and began to be sorrowful and deeply distressed. / Then He said to them, “My soul is consumed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me.” ...

Luke 22:39-41
Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed Him. / When He came to the place, He told them, “Pray that you will not enter into temptation.” / And He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, where He knelt down and prayed,

Hebrews 5:7
During the days of Jesus’ earthly life, He offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the One who could save Him from death, and He was heard because of His reverence.

John 6:15
Then Jesus, realizing that they were about to come and make Him king by force, withdrew again to a mountain by Himself.

Matthew 4:1-2
Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. / After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry.

Luke 4:42
At daybreak, Jesus went out to a solitary place, and the crowds were looking for Him. They came to Him and tried to keep Him from leaving.

Psalm 5:3
In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation.

Psalm 55:17
Morning, noon, and night, I cry out in distress, and He hears my voice.

Psalm 119:147
I rise before dawn and cry for help; in Your word I have put my hope.

Isaiah 50:4
The Lord GOD has given Me the tongue of discipleship, to sustain the weary with a word. He awakens Me morning by morning; He awakens My ear to listen as a disciple.


Treasury of Scripture

And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.

Mark 6:46-48
And when he had sent them away, he departed into a mountain to pray…

Psalm 5:3
My voice shalt thou hear in the morning, O LORD; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up.

Psalm 109:4
For my love they are my adversaries: but I give myself unto prayer.

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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.














Early in the morning
This phrase indicates the time of day when Jesus chose to engage in prayer. The Greek word used here is "πρωῒ" (proi), which refers to the early hours before dawn. This highlights the discipline and priority Jesus placed on communion with the Father. In a historical context, the early morning was a time of quiet and stillness, providing an undistracted environment for prayer. This sets an example for believers to seek God first, before the busyness of the day begins.

while it was still dark
The mention of darkness underscores the solitude and quietness of the time. Darkness in the Bible often symbolizes mystery or the unknown, but here it emphasizes the intentionality of Jesus' actions. He sought a time when He could be alone with God, away from the demands of His ministry. This teaches us the importance of finding moments of quietness and separation from the world to focus on our relationship with God.

Jesus got up
The act of getting up signifies a deliberate choice and action. The Greek verb "ἀναστὰς" (anastas) implies rising with purpose. Jesus, despite His exhausting ministry, chose to rise early to prioritize prayer. This demonstrates His commitment to spiritual discipline and dependence on the Father, serving as a model for believers to actively pursue time with God, even when it requires sacrifice.

and slipped out
The phrase "slipped out" suggests a quiet and unobtrusive departure. The Greek word "ἐξῆλθεν" (exēlthen) conveys the idea of going out or leaving. Jesus' discreet departure indicates His desire to avoid distractions and interruptions. This teaches us the value of seeking solitude in our spiritual practices, ensuring that our focus remains solely on God.

to a solitary place
The term "solitary place" is translated from the Greek "ἔρημον τόπον" (erēmon topon), meaning a deserted or uninhabited area. This reflects Jesus' intentional choice to find a location where He could be alone with God. In the broader scriptural context, the wilderness or solitary places are often where significant spiritual encounters occur. This encourages believers to seek out their own "solitary places" for prayer and reflection, away from the noise of daily life.

to pray
Prayer is the central focus of this verse. The Greek word "προσεύξασθαι" (proseuxasthai) indicates a form of communication with God that involves both speaking and listening. Jesus' commitment to prayer demonstrates His reliance on the Father and His desire for intimate fellowship. For believers, this underscores the importance of prayer as a foundational practice in the Christian life, a means of drawing strength, guidance, and communion with God.

(35) A great while before day.--Literally, very early, while it was yet night. The note of time is peculiar to St. Mark. Prayer seems to have been sought now, as at other times, after a day of extraordinary and exhausting labour.

Verse 35. - And in the morning, at great while before day, he rose up and went out, and departed into a desert place, and there prayed. Our Lord thus prepared himself by prayer for his first departure on a missionary tour. This would be the morning of the first day of the week. A great while before day he left the scene of excitement. That was not a time for preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom. The miracles attracted attention to him, but they were not the object for which he came. They were necessary as means of stirring and awakening men's minds, and of fixing their attention upon him and upon the great salvation which he came to reveal. So he left the miracles to do their subordinate work; and he himself went into a desert place, that he might pray with more quiet and less distraction. He retired that he might escape the applause of men, which they were ready to lavish upon him after seeing so many miracles; that he might thus teach us to shun the praise of men. Let us learn from Christ to give the early morning to prayer, and to rise with the dawn of day, that we may have time for meditation, and give the firstfruits of the morning to God. The early morning is favorable for study; but it is specially dear to God and his angels.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Early in the morning,
πρωῒ (prōi)
Adverb
Strong's 4404: Early in the morning, at dawn. Adverb from pro; at dawn; by implication, the day-break watch.

while it was
λίαν (lian)
Adverb
Strong's 3029: Very; very much, exceedingly, greatly. Of uncertain affinity; much.

still dark,
ἔννυχα (ennycha)
Adverb
Strong's 1773: In the night. Neuter of a compound of en and nux; by night.

[Jesus] got up
ἀναστὰς (anastas)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 450: To raise up, set up; I rise from among (the) dead; I arise, appear. From ana and histemi; to stand up.

[and] slipped out
ἐξῆλθεν (exēlthen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1831: To go out, come out. From ek and erchomai; to issue.

to
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

a solitary
ἔρημον (erēmon)
Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2048: Lonesome, i.e. waste.

place
τόπον (topon)
Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5117: Apparently a primary word; a spot, i.e. Location; figuratively, condition, opportunity; specially, a scabbard.

to pray.
προσηύχετο (prosēucheto)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4336: To pray, pray for, offer prayer. From pros and euchomai; to pray to God, i.e. Supplicate, worship.


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