Mark 9:40
New International Version
for whoever is not against us is for us.

New Living Translation
Anyone who is not against us is for us.

English Standard Version
For the one who is not against us is for us.

Berean Standard Bible
For whoever is not against us is for us.

Berean Literal Bible
For whoever is not against us is for us.

King James Bible
For he that is not against us is on our part.

New King James Version
For he who is not against us is on our side.

New American Standard Bible
For the one who is not against us is for us.

NASB 1995
“For he who is not against us is for us.

NASB 1977
“For he who is not against us is for us.

Legacy Standard Bible
For he who is not against us is for us.

Amplified Bible
For he who is not against us is for us.

Christian Standard Bible
For whoever is not against us is for us.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For whoever is not against us is for us.

American Standard Version
For he that is not against us is for us.

Contemporary English Version
Anyone who isn't against us is for us.

English Revised Version
For he that is not against us is for us.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Whoever isn't against us is for us.

Good News Translation
For whoever is not against us is for us.

International Standard Version
Whoever is not against us is for us.

Majority Standard Bible
For whoever is not against you is for you.

NET Bible
For whoever is not against us is for us.

New Heart English Bible
For whoever is not against us is for us.

Webster's Bible Translation
For he that is not against us, is on our part.

Weymouth New Testament
He who is not against us is for us;

World English Bible
For whoever is not against us is on our side.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for he who is not against us is for us;

Berean Literal Bible
For whoever is not against us is for us.

Young's Literal Translation
for he who is not against us is for us;

Smith's Literal Translation
For whoever is not against us, is for us.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
For he that is not against you, is for you.

Catholic Public Domain Version
For whoever is not against you is for you.

New American Bible
For whoever is not against us is for us.

New Revised Standard Version
Whoever is not against us is for us.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Therefore, he who is not against you is for you.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
“Whoever therefore is not against you is for you.”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
For he that is not against us, is for us.

Godbey New Testament
For whosoever is not against us, is on our side.

Haweis New Testament
For he that is not against us, is for us.

Mace New Testament
such a one is not against us, but for us.

Weymouth New Testament
He who is not against us is for us;

Worrell New Testament
for he who is not against us is for us.

Worsley New Testament
for he that is not against us, is for us.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Miracles in Jesus' Name
39“Do not stop him,” Jesus replied. “For no one who performs a miracle in My name can turn around and speak evil of Me. 40For whoever is not against us is for us. 41Indeed, if anyone gives you even a cup of water because you bear the name of Christ, truly I tell you, he will never lose his reward.…

Cross References
Matthew 12:30
He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters.

Luke 11:23
He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters.

1 John 2:19
They went out from us, but they did not belong to us. For if they had belonged to us, they would have remained with us. But their departure made it clear that none of them belonged to us.

Philippians 1:18
What then is the issue? Just this: that in every way, whether by false motives or true, Christ is preached. And in this I rejoice. Yes, and I will continue to rejoice,

Romans 8:31
What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

1 Corinthians 3:5-9
What then is Apollos? And what is Paul? They are servants through whom you believed, as the Lord has assigned to each his role. / I planted the seed and Apollos watered it, but God made it grow. / So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God, who makes things grow. ...

John 3:18-21
Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe has already been condemned, because he has not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son. / And this is the verdict: The Light has come into the world, but men loved the darkness rather than the Light because their deeds were evil. / Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed. ...

John 9:39-41
Then Jesus declared, “For judgment I have come into this world, so that the blind may see and those who see may become blind.” / Some of the Pharisees who were with Him heard this, and they asked Him, “Are we blind too?” / “If you were blind,” Jesus replied, “you would not be guilty of sin. But since you claim you can see, your guilt remains.”

1 John 4:4
You, little children, are from God and have overcome them, because greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.

Acts 5:38-39
So in the present case I advise you: Leave these men alone. Let them go! For if their purpose or endeavor is of human origin, it will fail. / But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop them. You may even find yourselves fighting against God.”

Numbers 11:26-29
Two men, however, had remained in the camp—one named Eldad and the other Medad—and the Spirit rested on them. They were among those listed, but they had not gone out to the tent, and they prophesied in the camp. / A young man ran and reported to Moses, “Eldad and Medad are prophesying in the camp.” / Joshua son of Nun, the attendant to Moses since youth, spoke up and said, “Moses, my lord, stop them!” ...

Joshua 5:13-14
Now when Joshua was near Jericho, he looked up and saw a man standing in front of him with a drawn sword in His hand. Joshua approached Him and asked, “Are You for us or for our enemies?” / “Neither,” He replied. “I have now come as Commander of the LORD’s army.” Then Joshua fell facedown in reverence and asked Him, “What does my Lord have to say to His servant?”

2 Kings 6:16
“Do not be afraid,” Elisha answered, “for those who are with us are more than those who are with them.”

2 Chronicles 13:12
Now behold, God Himself is with us as our head, and His priests with their trumpets sound the battle call against you. O children of Israel, do not fight against the LORD, the God of your fathers, for you will not succeed.”

Psalm 118:6-7
The LORD is on my side; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? / The LORD is on my side; He is my helper. Therefore I will look in triumph on those who hate me.


Treasury of Scripture

For he that is not against us is on our part.

Matthew 12:30
He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.

Luke 11:23
He that is not with me is against me: and he that gathereth not with me scattereth.

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Mark 9
1. Jesus is transfigured.
11. He instructs his disciples concerning the coming of Elijah;
14. casts forth a deaf and mute spirit;
30. foretells his death and resurrection;
33. exhorts his disciples to humility;
38. bidding them not to prohibit such as are not against them,
42. nor to give offense to any of the faithful.














For
The word "for" serves as a conjunction, linking this verse to the preceding context. It provides a rationale or explanation for Jesus' teaching. In the Greek, "γάρ" (gar) is often used to introduce a reason or cause, indicating that what follows is a justification of a previous statement. This word invites the reader to consider the broader narrative and teaching of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of understanding His mission and the inclusivity of His message.

whoever
The term "whoever" is inclusive, suggesting that the statement applies universally. In Greek, "ὅς" (hos) can mean "who" or "whoever," indicating an open invitation to all people. This reflects the universal scope of Jesus' ministry, breaking down barriers and extending grace beyond the immediate circle of His disciples. It challenges believers to adopt a broad perspective on fellowship and cooperation in the work of the Kingdom.

is not against us
This phrase highlights the concept of opposition. The Greek word "κατά" (kata) means "against" or "down," suggesting a force or stance that is contrary to Jesus and His followers. Historically, Jesus faced opposition from various groups, including religious leaders. This phrase encourages discernment in identifying true opposition, reminding believers that not everyone outside their immediate group is an enemy. It calls for a spirit of unity and understanding, recognizing allies in unexpected places.

is for us
The phrase "is for us" emphasizes support and alignment. The Greek "ὑπέρ" (hyper) means "for" or "on behalf of," indicating advocacy or support. This reflects the idea that those who are not actively opposing Jesus are, in some way, aligned with His mission. It encourages believers to recognize and appreciate those who, even if not part of their immediate community, contribute positively to the cause of Christ. This perspective fosters a spirit of inclusivity and cooperation, urging Christians to focus on common goals rather than differences.

Verse 40. - For he that is not against us is for us. In St. Matthew (Matthew 12:30) we find our Lord using a somewhat similar expression, only in an inverted order. He there says, "He that is not with me is against me." The lesson which both these apothegms teach is the same, that there is no such thing as neutrality in reference to Christ and his cause. We must be either with him or against him. Dr. Morison on St. Mark in this place says, "When in applied morals we sit in judgment on ourselves, we should in ordinary circumstances apply the law obversely and stringently,' he who is not with Christ is against him.' But when we are sitting in judgment on others, into whose hearts we cannot look directly, we should in ordinary circumstances apply the law reversely and generously, ' He that is not against Christ is with him.'"

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
For
γὰρ (gar)
Conjunction
Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.

whoever
ὃς (hos)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

is
ἔστιν (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
οὐκ (ouk)
Adverb
Strong's 3756: No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not.

against
καθ’ (kath’)
Preposition
Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined).

us
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

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.

for
ὑπὲρ (hyper)
Preposition
Strong's 5228: Gen: in behalf of; acc: above.

us.
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.


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