Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “First let the children eat all they want,” he told her, “for it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” New Living Translation Jesus told her, “First I should feed the children—my own family, the Jews. It isn’t right to take food from the children and throw it to the dogs.” English Standard Version And he said to her, “Let the children be fed first, for it is not right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Berean Standard Bible “First let the children have their fill,” He said. “For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” Berean Literal Bible And He was saying to her, “Permit the children first to be satisfied; for it is not good to take the bread of the children and to cast it to the dogs.” King James Bible But Jesus said unto her, Let the children first be filled: for it is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it unto the dogs. New King James Version But Jesus said to her, “Let the children be filled first, for it is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the little dogs.” New American Standard Bible And He was saying to her, “Let the children be satisfied first, for it is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” NASB 1995 And He was saying to her, “Let the children be satisfied first, for it is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” NASB 1977 And He was saying to her, “Let the children be satisfied first, for it is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Legacy Standard Bible And He was saying to her, “Let the children be satisfied first, for it is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Amplified Bible He was saying to her, “First let the children [of Israel] be fed, for it is not right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the pet dogs (non-Jews).” Berean Annotated Bible “First let the children have their fill, He said. “For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs. Christian Standard Bible He said to her, “Let the children be fed first, because it isn’t right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Holman Christian Standard Bible He said to her, “Allow the children to be satisfied first, because it isn’t right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” American Standard Version And he said unto her, Let the children first be filled: for it is not meet to take the children's bread and cast it to the dogs. Contemporary English Version But Jesus said, "The children must first be fed! It isn't right to take away their food and feed it to dogs." English Revised Version And he said unto her, Let the children first be filled: for it is not meet to take the children's bread and cast it to the dogs. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jesus said to her, "First, let the children eat all they want. It's not right to take the children's food and throw it to the dogs." Good News Translation But Jesus answered, "Let us first feed the children. It isn't right to take the children's food and throw it to the dogs." International Standard Version But he kept telling her, "First let the children be filled. It is not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the puppies." NET Bible He said to her, "Let the children be satisfied first, for it is not right to take the children's bread and to throw it to the dogs." New Heart English Bible But he said to her, "Let the children be filled first, for it is not appropriate to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs." Webster's Bible Translation But Jesus said to her, Let the children first be satisfied: for it is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it to the dogs. Weymouth New Testament "Let the children first eat all they want," He said; "it is not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs." Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“First let the children have their fill,” Jesus said. “For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” World English Bible But Jesus said to her, “Let the children be filled first, for it is not appropriate to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Jesus said to her, “First permit the children to be filled, for it is not good to take the children’s bread, and to cast [it] to the little dogs.” Berean Literal Bible And He was saying to her, “Permit the children first to be satisfied; for it is not good to take the bread of the children and to cast it to the dogs.” Young's Literal Translation And Jesus said to her, 'Suffer first the children to be filled, for it is not good to take the children's bread, and to cast it to the little dogs.' Smith's Literal Translation And Jesus said to her, Permit the children first to be satisfied; for it is not good to take the children's bread, and cast to little dogs. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWho said to her: Suffer first the children to be filled: for it is not good to take the bread of the children, and cast it to the dogs. Catholic Public Domain Version And he said to her: “First allow the sons to have their fill. For it is not good to take away the bread of the sons and throw it to the dogs.” New American Bible He said to her, “Let the children be fed first. For it is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs.” New Revised Standard Version He said to her, “Let the children be fed first, for it is not fair to take the children’s food and throw it to the dogs.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Jesus said to her, Let the children be first filled; for it is not right to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs. Aramaic Bible in Plain English And Yeshua said to her, “Let the children be filled first, for it is not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentBut Jesus said to her: Let the children be satisfied first; for it is not good to take the children's bread and throw it to the little dogs. Godbey New Testament And He said to her, Haweis New Testament And Jesus said unto her, Let the children first be fed, for it is not proper to take the children’s bread, and throw it to the dogs. Mace New Testament Jesus therefore said to her, let the children first be satisfy'd; for it would not be decent to take the children's bread, and throw it to puppys. Weymouth New Testament "Let the children first eat all they want," He said; "it is not right to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs." Worrell New Testament And He said to her, Worsley New Testament But Jesus said unto her, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Faith of the Gentile Woman…26Now she was a Greek woman of Syrophoenician origin, and she kept asking Jesus to drive the demon out of her daughter. 27“First let the children have their fill,” He said. “For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” 28“Yes, Lord,” she replied, “even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs.”… Cross References “First let the children have their fill,” Matthew 15:24 He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek. Acts 13:46 Then Paul and Barnabas answered them boldly: “It was necessary to speak the word of God to you first. But since you reject it and do not consider yourselves worthy of eternal life, we now turn to the Gentiles. He said. Matthew 15:28 “O woman,” Jesus answered, “your faith is great! Let it be done for you as you desire.” And her daughter was healed from that very hour. Luke 7:9-10 When Jesus heard this, He marveled at the centurion. Turning to the crowd following Him, He said, “I tell you, not even in Israel have I found such great faith.” / And when the messengers returned to the house, they found the servant in good health. John 4:50 “Go,” said Jesus. “Your son will live.” The man took Jesus at His word and departed. “For it is not right to take the children’s bread Matthew 15:26 But Jesus replied, “It is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” Exodus 4:22-23 Then tell Pharaoh that this is what the LORD says: ‘Israel is My firstborn son, / and I told you to let My son go so that he may worship Me. But since you have refused to let him go, behold, I will kill your firstborn son!’” Romans 9:4-5 the people of Israel. Theirs is the adoption as sons; theirs the divine glory and the covenants; theirs the giving of the law, the temple worship, and the promises. / Theirs are the patriarchs, and from them proceeds the human descent of Christ, who is God over all, forever worthy of praise! Amen. and toss it to the dogs.” Matthew 15:27 “Yes, Lord,” she said, “even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their master’s table.” Matthew 7:6 Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces. Philippians 3:2 Watch out for those dogs, those workers of evil, those mutilators of the flesh! Matthew 10:5-6 These twelve Jesus sent out with the following instructions: “Do not go onto the road of the Gentiles or enter any town of the Samaritans. / Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel. Acts 3:25-26 And you are sons of the prophets and of the covenant God made with your fathers when He said to Abraham, ‘Through your offspring all the families of the earth will be blessed.’ / When God raised up His Servant, He sent Him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways.” John 1:11-12 He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him. / But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God— Romans 15:8-9 For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the circumcised on behalf of God’s truth, to confirm the promises made to the patriarchs, / so that the Gentiles may glorify God for His mercy. As it is written: “Therefore I will praise You among the Gentiles; I will sing hymns to Your name.” Treasury of Scripture But Jesus said to her, Let the children first be filled: for it is not meet to take the children's bread, and to cast it to the dogs. Let. Matthew 7:6 Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you. Matthew 10:5 These twelve Jesus sent forth, and commanded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into any city of the Samaritans enter ye not: Matthew 15:23-28 But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for she crieth after us… Jump to Previous Appropriate Bread Cast Children Children's Dogs Eat Fed Filled First Food Good Jesus Little Meet Right Satisfied Suffer Throw Toss WantJump to Next Appropriate Bread Cast Children Children's Dogs Eat Fed Filled First Food Good Jesus Little Meet Right Satisfied Suffer Throw Toss WantMark 7 1. The Pharisees find fault with the disciples for eating with unwashed hands.8. They break the commandment of God by the traditions of men. 14. Food defiles not the man. 24. He heals the Syrophenician woman's daughter of an unclean spirit; 31. and one that was deaf, and stammered in his speech. First let the children have their fill, In this phrase, "the children" refers to the Israelites, God's chosen people. Jesus is emphasizing the priority of His mission to the Jews, as they were the initial recipients of God's covenant promises (Romans 1:16). The term "have their fill" suggests the abundance of spiritual nourishment and blessings intended for Israel. This reflects the historical context where Jesus' earthly ministry was primarily focused on the Jewish people, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah coming to Israel (Isaiah 53:6). He said. For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in this passage, Jesus is addressing a Gentile woman who has come to Him seeking healing for her daughter. 2. The Syrophoenician Woman A Gentile woman from the region of Tyre and Sidon, she approaches Jesus with faith, seeking deliverance for her demon-possessed daughter. 3. The Disciples Present with Jesus, they often serve as witnesses to His teachings and miracles, learning from His interactions with others. 4. Tyre and Sidon Regions known for their Gentile populations, highlighting the cultural and religious differences between Jews and Gentiles at the time. 5. The Daughter The afflicted child of the Syrophoenician woman, whose healing is the focus of the mother's plea to Jesus. Teaching Points Understanding Jesus' MissionJesus' initial focus was on the Jews, fulfilling God's covenant promises. This passage highlights the unfolding plan of salvation that would later include Gentiles. Faith and Persistence The Syrophoenician woman's faith and persistence serve as a model for believers. Her humility and determination in seeking Jesus' help are commendable. Cultural Barriers Jesus' interaction with the woman challenges cultural and religious barriers, demonstrating that faith transcends ethnic and social boundaries. Humility in Approach The woman's response to Jesus' statement shows humility and understanding of her position, yet she boldly asks for mercy, teaching us about approaching God with humility and faith. God's Provision for All While Jesus' mission began with the Jews, His ultimate sacrifice and message of salvation are for all people, emphasizing God's inclusive love. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Mark 7:27?2. How does Mark 7:27 illustrate Jesus' mission to the Jews first? 3. What does "Let the children be satisfied first" teach about God's priorities? 4. How can Mark 7:27 guide our understanding of God's plan for salvation? 5. How does this verse connect with Romans 1:16 about the gospel's reach? 6. How can we apply Jesus' example of prioritization in our daily lives? 7. What does "Let the children be satisfied first" imply about Jesus' mission priorities in Mark 7:27? 8. How does Mark 7:27 reflect Jesus' view on Gentiles and Jews? 9. Why does Jesus use the metaphor of "dogs" in Mark 7:27? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 7? 11. Why did she mention dogs eating table crumbs? 12. If Jesus was sinless, why did He call a Gentile woman a “dog” (Matthew 15:26)? 13. Why did she mention dogs eating table crumbs? 14. Why does Jesus initially seem dismissive of the Syrophoenician woman, implying exclusion of Gentiles (Mark 7:24-30)? What Does Mark 7:27 Mean First let the children have their fill“First let the children have their fill,” (Mark 7:27a) • Jesus is speaking within the covenant framework God established with Israel. “The children” are the descendants of Abraham—“the lost sheep of the house of Israel” (Matthew 15:24). • God’s redemptive plan moves in an intentional order: “to the Jew first and also to the Greek” (Romans 1:16). This does not mean others are excluded; it affirms the priority of the covenant people so that the Messiah’s identity and mission remain unmistakable. • “Have their fill” shows the sufficiency of God’s provision. Christ came to feed Israel with the truth of the gospel, like manna in the wilderness (Exodus 16:12-15) and ultimately the “bread of life” (John 6:35). • The Syrophoenician woman’s presence highlights the wideness of God’s mercy. Her very request anticipates the time when Gentiles too will “eat and be satisfied” (Isaiah 55:1; Acts 10:34-35). For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs “For it is not right to take the children’s bread and toss it to the dogs.” (Mark 7:27b) • “Not right” underscores divine order, not divine reluctance. Jesus is asserting covenant priority, not denying compassion. Acts 13:46 mirrors this pattern: “It was necessary to speak the word of God to you first.” • “Bread” symbolizes the blessings of the Messiah—truth, healing, salvation—promised through Israel (John 4:22). • “Dogs” was a common Jewish idiom for Gentiles (Ephesians 2:11-12). Here it suggests outsider status, yet the diminutive nuance in the parallel passage (Matthew 15:26-27) softens the term; household pets wait under the table. The woman’s humble response (“even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs”) reveals faith that bridges the covenant gap (Mark 7:28-29). • Jesus grants her request, demonstrating that grace overflows Israel’s table to bless the nations, fulfilling Genesis 12:3 and foreshadowing Ephesians 2:13,19—Gentiles brought near and made “members of God’s household.” summary Mark 7:27 teaches that God’s redemptive program honors His promises to Israel first, yet His mercy is never limited to one ethnicity. Jesus affirms covenant order (“children first”) while opening the door of faith to all who humbly believe (“dogs receive crumbs that become a feast”). The verse calls readers to recognize both the faithfulness of God to Israel and the expansive reach of the gospel to every nation. (27) Let the children first be filled.--The precise form of the answer thus given is peculiar to St. Mark.Greek “Firstπρῶτον (prōton) Adverb - Superlative Strong's 4412: First, in the first place, before, formerly. Neuter of protos as adverb; firstly. let Ἄφες (Aphes) Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Singular Strong's 863: From apo and hiemi; to send forth, in various applications. the τὰ (ta) Article - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. children τέκνα (tekna) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 5043: A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child. have their fill,” χορτασθῆναι (chortasthēnai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Passive Strong's 5526: To feed, satisfy, fatten. From chortos; to fodder, i.e. to gorge. He said. ἔλεγεν (elegen) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. “For γάρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. it is ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present 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. not οὐ (ou) Adverb Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not. right καλόν (kalon) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular Strong's 2570: Properly, beautiful, but chiefly good, i.e. Valuable or virtuous. to take λαβεῖν (labein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 2983: (a) I receive, get, (b) I take, lay hold of. 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. children’s τέκνων (teknōn) Noun - Genitive Neuter Plural Strong's 5043: A child, descendent, inhabitant. From the base of timoria; a child. bread ἄρτον (arton) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular Strong's 740: Bread, a loaf, food. From airo; bread or a loaf. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. toss [it] βαλεῖν (balein) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active Strong's 906: (a) I cast, throw, rush, (b) often, in the weaker sense: I place, put, drop. A primary verb; to throw. to the τοῖς (tois) Article - Dative Neuter Plural Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. dogs.” κυναρίοις (kynariois) Noun - Dative Neuter Plural Strong's 2952: A little dog, a house dog. Neuter of a presumed derivative of kuon; a puppy. Links Mark 7:27 NIVMark 7:27 NLT Mark 7:27 ESV Mark 7:27 NASB Mark 7:27 KJV Mark 7:27 BibleApps.com Mark 7:27 Biblia Paralela Mark 7:27 Chinese Bible Mark 7:27 French Bible Mark 7:27 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Mark 7:27 But Jesus said to her Let (Mar Mk Mr) |
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