Mark 3:16
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Mark 3:16 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Mark 3:16 is a verse from the book of Mark in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And Simon he surnamed Peter;" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Mark 3:16 — KJV
“And Simon he surnamed Peter;”
— Mark 3:16 (KJV)
Mark 3:16 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 3:16
“And called, and asked whether Simon, which was surnamed Peter, were lodged there.”
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“And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.”
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“Now the names of the twelve apostles are these; The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother;”
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“And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
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“When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.”
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