Mark 1:22
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Mark 1:22 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Mark 1:22 is a verse from the book of Mark in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Mark 1:22 — KJV
“And they were astonished at his doctrine: for he taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes.”
— Mark 1:22 (KJV)
Mark 1:22 in Context — About the Book of Mark
Mark is the action Gospel — the shortest, fastest account, where Jesus heals, delivers, and teaches with immediate authority. Written for believers under Roman persecution, it presents the Son of God as the suffering servant who came not to be served, but to serve and give His life.
Cross-References for Mark 1:22
“For he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes.”
Shares key themes with Mark 1:22: taught, one, authority
“And it came to pass, that on one of those days, as he taught the people in the temple, and preached the gospel, the chief priests and the scribes came upon him with the elders,”
Shares key themes with Mark 1:22: taught, one, scribes
“Then the deputy, when he saw what was done, believed, being astonished at the doctrine of the Lord.”
Shares key themes with Mark 1:22: astonished, doctrine, one
“And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? what new doctrine is this? for with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.”
Shares key themes with Mark 1:22: doctrine, one, authority
“And the scribes and chief priests heard it, and sought how they might destroy him: for they feared him, because all the people was astonished at his doctrine.”
Shares key themes with Mark 1:22: astonished, doctrine, scribes
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