Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But he gave them strict orders not to tell others about him. New Living Translation But Jesus sternly commanded the spirits not to reveal who he was. English Standard Version And he strictly ordered them not to make him known. Berean Standard Bible But He warned them sternly not to make Him known. Berean Literal Bible And He would rebuke them much, so that they should not make Him known. King James Bible And he straitly charged them that they should not make him known. New King James Version But He sternly warned them that they should not make Him known. New American Standard Bible And He strongly warned them not to reveal who He was. NASB 1995 And He earnestly warned them not to tell who He was. NASB 1977 And He earnestly warned them not to make Him known. Legacy Standard Bible And He earnestly warned them not to tell who He was. Amplified Bible Jesus sternly warned them [again and again] not to tell who He was. Christian Standard Bible And he would strongly warn them not to make him known. Holman Christian Standard Bible And He would strongly warn them not to make Him known. American Standard Version And he charged them much that they should not make him known. Contemporary English Version But Jesus warned the spirits not to tell who he was. English Revised Version And he charged them much that they should not make him known. GOD'S WORD® Translation He gave them orders not to tell people who he was. Good News Translation Jesus sternly ordered the evil spirits not to tell anyone who he was. International Standard Version But he sternly ordered them again and again not to tell people who he was. Majority Standard Bible But He warned them sternly not to make Him known. NET Bible But he sternly ordered them not to make him known. New Heart English Bible And he sternly warned them that they should not make him known. Webster's Bible Translation And he strictly charged them, that they should not make him known. Weymouth New Testament But He many a time checked them, forbidding them to say who He was. World English Bible He sternly warned them that they should not make him known. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand many times He was charging them that they might not make Him apparent. Berean Literal Bible And He would rebuke them much, so that they should not make Him known. Young's Literal Translation and many times he was charging them that they might not make him manifest. Smith's Literal Translation And he censured them much, lest they should make him manifest. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThou art the Son of God. And he strictly charged them that they should not make him known. Catholic Public Domain Version “You are the Son of God.” And he strongly admonished them, lest they make him known. New American Bible He warned them sternly not to make him known. New Revised Standard Version But he sternly ordered them not to make him known. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he cautioned them a great deal, not to make him known. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And he greatly rebuked them lest they would reveal him. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd he strictly charged them, that they should not make him known. Godbey New Testament And He charged them much that they should not make Him known. Haweis New Testament And he repeatedly charged them, that they should not make him known. Mace New Testament but he strictly charged them, not to make him known. Weymouth New Testament But He many a time checked them, forbidding them to say who He was. Worrell New Testament And He was charging them much, that they should not make Him manifest. Worsley New Testament but He strictly charged them not to make Him known. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Multitudes Follow Jesus…11And when the unclean spirits saw Him, they fell down before Him and cried out, “You are the Son of God!” 12But He warned them sternly not to make Him known. 13Then Jesus went up on the mountain and called for those He wanted, and they came to Him.… Cross References Matthew 12:16 warning them not to make Him known. Luke 4:41 Demons also came out of many people, shouting, “You are the Son of God!” But He rebuked the demons and would not allow them to speak, because they knew He was the Christ. Matthew 8:4 Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.” Mark 1:34 And 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. Matthew 16:20 Then He admonished the disciples not to tell anyone that He was the Christ. Mark 8:30 And Jesus warned them not to tell anyone about Him. Luke 9:21 Jesus strictly warned them not to tell this to anyone. Isaiah 42:1-4 “Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations. / He will not cry out or raise His voice, nor make His voice heard in the streets. / A bruised reed He will not break and a smoldering wick He will not extinguish; He will faithfully bring forth justice. ... Matthew 17:9 As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Do not tell anyone about this vision until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead.” 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. John 7:10 But after His brothers had gone up to the feast, He also went—not publicly, but in secret. John 8:59 At this, they picked up stones to throw at Him. But Jesus was hidden and went out of the temple area. John 10:39 At this, they tried again to seize Him, but He escaped their grasp. John 11:54 As a result, Jesus no longer went about publicly among the Jews, but He withdrew to a town called Ephraim in an area near the wilderness. And He stayed there with the disciples. Isaiah 53:3 He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. Treasury of Scripture And he straightly charged them that they should not make him known. Mark 1:25,34 And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him… Matthew 12:16 And charged them that they should not make him known: Acts 16:18 And this did she many days. But Paul, being grieved, turned and said to the spirit, I command thee in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her. And he came out the same hour. Jump to Previous Charged Charging Checked Earnestly Forbidding Manifest Ordered Orders Rebuked Special Sternly Straitly Strict Strictly Time Times WarnedJump to Next Charged Charging Checked Earnestly Forbidding Manifest Ordered Orders Rebuked Special Sternly Straitly Strict Strictly Time Times WarnedMark 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. But He warned them sternly In this passage, Jesus is addressing the unclean spirits who recognized Him as the Son of God. The term "sternly" indicates the seriousness and authority with which Jesus spoke. This reflects His divine authority over spiritual beings, a theme consistent throughout the Gospels. The warning also underscores the importance of timing in Jesus' ministry, as premature revelation of His identity could hinder His mission. This aligns with other instances where Jesus commands silence, such as in Mark 1:25 and Mark 1:34, emphasizing His control over the unfolding of His public ministry. not to make Him known Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is performing miracles and casting out demons. His authority and identity are being revealed through His actions. 2. Demons Spiritual beings opposed to God, who recognize Jesus' divine authority and identity. They are the ones being commanded by Jesus in this verse. 3. Crowds Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the surrounding context involves large crowds following Jesus, eager to witness His miracles and hear His teachings. 4. Galilee The region where Jesus is ministering at this time, a significant location for much of His early ministry. 5. Disciples While not directly mentioned in this verse, they are present with Jesus, learning from His teachings and actions. Teaching Points Authority Over EvilJesus' command over the demons highlights His supreme authority over all spiritual forces. Believers can take comfort in knowing that Jesus has ultimate power over evil. Divine Timing Jesus' instruction not to make Him known reflects His understanding of divine timing. We should trust God's timing in our lives, even when it doesn't align with our own expectations. Humility in Service Jesus' reluctance to be publicly proclaimed at this time demonstrates His humility. As followers of Christ, we are called to serve with humility, not seeking our own glory. Recognition of Jesus' Identity The demons recognized Jesus' true identity, yet many people did not. We are challenged to recognize and proclaim Jesus as Lord in our own lives. Guarding Our Witness Just as Jesus controlled the revelation of His identity, we should be mindful of how we represent Christ to others, ensuring our actions align with His teachings.Verse 12. - (See notes on Mark 1:44.) Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Butκαὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. He ordered ἐπετίμα (epetima) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2008: From epi and timao; to tax upon, i.e. Censure or admonish; by implication, forbid. them αὐτοῖς (autois) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Plural 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. sternly πολλὰ (polla) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 4183: Much, many; often. not μὴ (mē) Adverb Strong's 3361: Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. to ἵνα (hina) Conjunction Strong's 2443: In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. make ποιήσωσιν (poiēsōsin) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Plural 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. Him αὐτὸν (auton) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative 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. known. φανερὸν (phaneron) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 5318: Apparent, clear, visible, manifest; adv: clearly. From phaino; shining, i.e. Apparent; neuter publicly, externally. 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