Mark 15:41
New International Version
In Galilee these women had followed him and cared for his needs. Many other women who had come up with him to Jerusalem were also there.

New Living Translation
They had been followers of Jesus and had cared for him while he was in Galilee. Many other women who had come with him to Jerusalem were also there.

English Standard Version
When he was in Galilee, they followed him and ministered to him, and there were also many other women who came up with him to Jerusalem.

Berean Standard Bible
These women had followed Jesus and ministered to Him while He was in Galilee, and there were many other women who had come up to Jerusalem with Him.

Berean Literal Bible
who had been following Him and had been ministering to Him when He was in Galilee, and many other ones having come up with Him to Jerusalem.

King James Bible
(Who also, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered unto him;) and many other women which came up with him unto Jerusalem.

New King James Version
who also followed Him and ministered to Him when He was in Galilee, and many other women who came up with Him to Jerusalem.

New American Standard Bible
When He was in Galilee, they used to follow Him and serve Him; and there were many other women who came up with Him to Jerusalem.

NASB 1995
When He was in Galilee, they used to follow Him and minister to Him; and there were many other women who came up with Him to Jerusalem.

NASB 1977
And when He was in Galilee, they used to follow Him and minister to Him; and there were many other women who had come up with Him to Jerusalem.

Legacy Standard Bible
who, when He was in Galilee, were following Him and serving Him; and there were many other women who came up with Him to Jerusalem.

Amplified Bible
When Jesus was in Galilee, they used to accompany him and minister to Him; and there were also many other women who came up with Him to Jerusalem.

Christian Standard Bible
In Galilee these women followed him and took care of him. Many other women had come up with him to Jerusalem.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When He was in Galilee, they would follow Him and help Him. Many other women had come up with Him to Jerusalem.

American Standard Version
who, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered unto him; and many other women that came up with him unto Jerusalem.

English Revised Version
who, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered unto him; and many other women which came up with him unto Jerusalem.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They had followed him and supported him while he was in Galilee. Many other women who had come to Jerusalem with him were there too.

Good News Translation
They had followed Jesus while he was in Galilee and had helped him. Many other women who had come to Jerusalem with him were there also.

International Standard Version
They used to accompany him and care for him while he was in Galilee. Many other women who had come up to Jerusalem with him were there, too.

Majority Standard Bible
These women had followed Jesus and ministered to Him while He was in Galilee, and there were many other women who had come up to Jerusalem with Him.

NET Bible
When he was in Galilee, they had followed him and given him support. Many other women who had come up with him to Jerusalem were there too.

New Heart English Bible
who, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and served him; and many other women who came up with him to Jerusalem.

Webster's Bible Translation
Who also, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered to him; and many other women who came with him to Jerusalem.

Weymouth New Testament
all of whom in the Galilaean days had habitually been with Him and cared for Him, as well as many other women who had come up to Jerusalem with Him.

World English Bible
who, when he was in Galilee, followed him and served him; and many other women who came up with him to Jerusalem.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
who also, when He was in Galilee, were following Him and were ministering to Him, and many other women who came up with Him to Jerusalem.

Berean Literal Bible
who had been following Him and had been ministering to Him when He was in Galilee, and many other ones having come up with Him to Jerusalem.

Young's Literal Translation
(who also, when he was in Galilee, were following him, and were ministering to him,) and many other women who came up with him to Jerusalem.

Smith's Literal Translation
(And they, when he was in Galilee, followed him and served him;) and many other women, having come up with him to Jerusalem.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Who also when he was in Galilee followed him, and ministered to him, and many other women that came up with him to Jerusalem.

Catholic Public Domain Version
(and while he was in Galilee, they followed him and ministered to him) and many other women, who had ascended along with him to Jerusalem.

New American Bible
These women had followed him when he was in Galilee and ministered to him. There were also many other women who had come up with him to Jerusalem.

New Revised Standard Version
These used to follow him and provided for him when he was in Galilee; and there were many other women who had come up with him to Jerusalem.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Who had followed him, when he was in Galilee, and ministered to him; and many other women who had come up with him to Jerusalem.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
They were those who had joined him when he was in Galilee and ministered to him and many other women who had gone up with him to Jerusalem.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
who also, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered to him; and many other women, who had come up with him to Jerusalem.

Godbey New Testament
who when He was in Galilee, were accustomed both to follow Him, and minister unto Him. And many other women who came up to Jerusalem along with Him.

Haweis New Testament
These women followed him when he was in Galilee, and supplied his wants; and many other women who went up with him to Jerusalem.

Mace New Testament
who had attended Jesus, and supply'd him with necessaries when he was in Galilee: besides many other women, who came up with him to Jerusalem.

Weymouth New Testament
all of whom in the Galilaean days had habitually been with Him and cared for Him, as well as many other women who had come up to Jerusalem with Him.

Worrell New Testament
who, when He was in Galilee, were following Him, and ministering to Him; and many other women who came up with Him to Jerusalem.

Worsley New Testament
who also when He was in Galilee, followed Him and waited on Him: and several others who came up to Jerusalem with Him.

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Audio Bible



Context
The Death of Jesus
40And there were also women watching from a distance. Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James the younger and of Joses, and Salome. 41These women had followed Jesus and ministered to Him while He was in Galilee, and there were many other women who had come up to Jerusalem with Him. 42Now it was already evening. Since it was Preparation Day (that is, the day before the Sabbath),…

Cross References
Matthew 27:55-56
And many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to minister to Him. / Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joseph, and the mother of Zebedee’s sons.

Luke 23:49
But all those who knew Jesus, including the women who had followed Him from Galilee, stood at a distance watching these things.

John 19:25
Near the cross of Jesus stood His mother and her sister, as well as Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary Magdalene.

Matthew 20:20-21
Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and knelt down to make a request of Him. / “What do you want?” He inquired. She answered, “Declare that in Your kingdom one of these two sons of mine may sit at Your right hand, and the other at Your left.”

Luke 8:2-3
as well as some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, / Joanna the wife of Herod’s household manager Chuza, Susanna, and many others. These women were ministering to them out of their own means.

John 20:1
Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance.

Acts 1:14
With one accord they all continued in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers.

Matthew 28:1
After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb.

John 19:38-42
Afterward, Joseph of Arimathea, who was a disciple of Jesus (but secretly for fear of the Jews), asked Pilate to let him remove the body of Jesus. Pilate gave him permission, so he came and removed His body. / Nicodemus, who had previously come to Jesus at night, also brought a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about seventy-five pounds. / So they took the body of Jesus and wrapped it in linen cloths with the spices, according to the Jewish burial custom. ...

Luke 24:10
It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the other women with them who told this to the apostles.

John 11:1-2
At this time a man named Lazarus was sick. He lived in Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. / (Mary, whose brother Lazarus was sick, was to anoint the Lord with perfume and wipe His feet with her hair.)

Matthew 26:6-13
While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, / a woman came to Him with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, which she poured on His head as He reclined at the table. / When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, “Why this waste? ...

John 12:1-3
Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, the hometown of Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead. / So they hosted a dinner for Jesus there. Martha served, and Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with Him. / 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.

2 Kings 4:8-10
One day Elisha went to Shunem, and a prominent woman who lived there persuaded him to have a meal. So whenever he would pass by, he would stop there to eat. / Then the woman said to her husband, “Behold, now I know that the one who often comes our way is a holy man of God. / Please let us make a small room upstairs and put in it a bed, a table, a chair, and a lamp for him. Then when he comes to us, he can stay there.”

Ruth 1:16-17
But Ruth replied: “Do not urge me to leave you or to turn from following you. For wherever you go, I will go, and wherever you live, I will live; your people will be my people, and your God will be my God. / Where you die, I will die, and there I will be buried. May the LORD punish me, and ever so severely, if anything but death separates you and me.”


Treasury of Scripture

(Who also, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered to him;) and many other women which came up with him to Jerusalem.

ministered.

Matthew 27:56
Among which was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee's children.

Luke 8:2,3
And certain women, which had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities, Mary called Magdalene, out of whom went seven devils, …

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Mark 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.














These women
This phrase refers to a specific group of women who were devoted followers of Jesus. In the context of the Gospels, these women are often named, such as Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome. Their presence highlights the important role women played in Jesus' ministry, a radical inclusion in a patriarchal society. Historically, women were not typically given prominence in religious movements, yet the Gospels consistently acknowledge their faithfulness and service.

had followed Jesus
The Greek word for "followed" is "ἀκολουθέω" (akoloutheó), which implies not just physical following but also discipleship and commitment. These women were not mere observers; they were active participants in Jesus' ministry. Their following of Jesus signifies a deep spiritual commitment and a willingness to learn from Him, embodying the call to discipleship that Jesus extends to all believers.

and ministered to Him
The term "ministered" comes from the Greek "διακονέω" (diakoneó), meaning to serve or attend to. This service was likely both practical and spiritual, providing for Jesus' needs and supporting His mission. In a broader biblical context, this reflects the Christian call to serve one another, as Jesus Himself came not to be served, but to serve (Mark 10:45). The women's ministry to Jesus is a model of humble service and dedication.

while He was in Galilee
Galilee was the region where much of Jesus' early ministry took place. It was a diverse area, both culturally and religiously, and served as a backdrop for many of Jesus' teachings and miracles. The mention of Galilee underscores the beginning of Jesus' public ministry and the foundational role these women played from the start. It also highlights the geographical journey of Jesus' ministry, moving from Galilee to Jerusalem.

And there were many other women
This phrase indicates that the group of women was larger than just the few named. It suggests a broader community of female disciples who were integral to Jesus' ministry. This inclusion of "many other women" emphasizes the widespread impact of Jesus' message and the diverse group of followers He attracted. It also challenges cultural norms of the time, showing that the Kingdom of God is open to all, regardless of gender.

who had come up to Jerusalem with Him
The journey to Jerusalem is significant, as it marks the culmination of Jesus' earthly ministry and the approach of His crucifixion. The phrase "come up" reflects the physical ascent to Jerusalem, which is situated on a hill, but also symbolizes a spiritual journey towards the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan. The women's presence in Jerusalem at this critical time underscores their unwavering loyalty and courage, as they followed Jesus even to the place of His suffering and death. This journey is a testament to their faith and commitment, serving as an inspiration for believers to remain steadfast in their walk with Christ, even in the face of trials.

Verse 41. - From this verse we learn that these women followed him, and ministered unto him when he was in Galilee; and that many other women came up with him unto Jerusalem. The sublime beauty of his character, and the spiritual, influence which he wielded, attracted them; and they were able to minister to the various needs of his humanity.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[These women]
αἳ (hai)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

had followed
ἠκολούθουν (ēkolouthoun)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 190: To accompany, attend, follow. Properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. To accompany.

[Jesus]
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 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.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

ministered
διηκόνουν (diēkonoun)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 1247: From diakonos; to be an attendant, i.e. Wait upon (figuratively) teacher; technically, to act as a Christian deacon.

to Him
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 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.

while
ὅτε (hote)
Adverb
Strong's 3753: When, at which time. From hos and te; at which too, i.e. When.

He was
ἦν (ēn)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

Galilee,
Γαλιλαίᾳ (Galilaia)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1056: Of Hebrew origin; Galiloea, a region of Palestine.

and [there were]
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

many
πολλαὶ (pollai)
Adjective - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 4183: Much, many; often.

other
ἄλλαι (allai)
Adjective - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 243: Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different.

[women] who
αἱ (hai)
Article - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

had come up
συναναβᾶσαι (synanabasai)
Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Feminine Plural
Strong's 4872: To go up with. From sun and anabaino; to ascend in company with.

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

Jerusalem
Ἱεροσόλυμα (Hierosolyma)
Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 2414: The Greek form of the Hebrew name: Jerusalem. Of Hebrew origin; Hierosolyma

with Him.
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 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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