Mark 3:16
Mark 3:16 in Multiple Translations
These are the twelve He appointed: Simon (whom He named Peter),
And Simon he surnamed Peter;
and Simon he surnamed Peter;
To Simon he gave the second name of Peter;
These are the twelve he chose: Simon (whom he called Peter),
And the first was Simon, and hee named Simon, Peter,
And he put on Simon the name Peter;
Simon (to whom he gave the name Peter);
And Simon he surnamed Peter.
And to Simon he gave the name Peter:
These were the twelve men he appointed: Simon, to whom he gave the new name Peter; his younger brother Andrew;
These are the names of those 12 men that Jesus picked out, – Simon. Jesus gave him another name. He called him Peter. – James and John. They were Zebedee’s sons, and they were loud men, so Jesus gave them another name. He called them Thunder men. – Andrew – Philip – Bartholomew – Matthew – Thomas – James. He was the son of Alfius. – Thadius – Simon. He used to be one of the mob that wanted to fight the Roman government bosses. – Judas Iscariot. Some time later he turned against Jesus.
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Study Notes — Mark 3:16
- Context
- Cross References
- Mark 3:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Mark 3:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Mark 3:16
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Mark 3:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Mark 3:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Mark 3:16
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Mark 3:16
- Cambridge Bible on Mark 3:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Mark 3:16
- Sermons on Mark 3:16
Context — The Twelve Apostles
16These are the twelve He appointed: Simon (whom He named Peter),
17James son of Zebedee and his brother John (whom He named Boanerges, meaning “Sons of Thunder”), 18Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | John 1:42 | Andrew brought him to Jesus, who looked at him and said, “You are Simon son of John. You will be called Cephas” (which is translated as Peter). |
| 2 | Acts 1:13 | When they arrived, they went to the upper room where they were staying: Peter and John, James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. |
| 3 | Matthew 16:16–18 | Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah! For this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by My Father in heaven. And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it. |
| 4 | 1 Corinthians 1:12 | What I mean is this: Individuals among you are saying, “I follow Paul,” “I follow Apollos,” “I follow Cephas,” or “I follow Christ.” |
| 5 | Galatians 2:7–9 | On the contrary, they saw that I had been entrusted to preach the gospel to the uncircumcised, just as Peter had been to the circumcised. For the One who was at work in Peter’s apostleship to the circumcised was also at work in my apostleship to the Gentiles. And recognizing the grace that I had been given, James, Cephas, and John—those reputed to be pillars—gave me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we should go to the Gentiles, and they to the circumcised. |
| 6 | 2 Peter 1:1 | Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 9:5 | Have we no right to take along a believing wife, as do the other apostles and the Lord’s brothers and Cephas? |
| 8 | Matthew 10:2–4 | These are the names of the twelve apostles: first Simon, called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus. |
| 9 | Mark 1:16 | As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. |
| 10 | 1 Corinthians 3:22 | whether Paul or Apollos or Cephas or the world or life or death or the present or the future. All of them belong to you, |
Mark 3:16 Summary
In Mark 3:16, Jesus gives Simon the name Peter, which means 'rock', to show that he will be an important leader in the church. This is similar to how God gave new names to people in the Bible, like Abraham in Genesis 17:5, to show their new identity and purpose. Jesus chose twelve apostles to be His closest followers and to help Him spread the Good News, as seen in Mark 3:14-15. By studying this verse, we can learn about the importance of community and teamwork in following Jesus, and how we can be part of His mission to love and serve others, just like the apostles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jesus give Simon the name Peter?
Jesus gave Simon the name Peter, which means 'rock', to signify his importance in the foundation of the church, as seen in Matthew 16:18 where Jesus says 'you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church'
What is the significance of Jesus appointing twelve apostles?
The twelve apostles represent the twelve tribes of Israel, symbolizing Jesus' mission to restore and redeem Israel, as prophesied in Genesis 49:28 and fulfilled in Revelation 21:12-14
How did Jesus' appointment of the twelve apostles relate to His ministry?
Jesus appointed the twelve apostles to accompany Him, preach, and have authority to drive out demons, as stated in Mark 3:14-15, demonstrating His intention to establish a community of followers to continue His work
What can we learn from Jesus' relationship with His apostles?
Jesus' relationship with His apostles, as seen in Mark 3:16, shows that He values personal connection and friendship, as well as the importance of community and teamwork in ministry, as emphasized in Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for Jesus to give someone a new name, and how does this relate to our identity in Christ?
- How does Jesus' appointment of the twelve apostles reflect His plan for the church and our role in it?
- What can we learn from Simon Peter's example about humility and servant-leadership in the church?
- How can we, like the apostles, be empowered to carry out Jesus' mission in our own lives and communities?
Gill's Exposition on Mark 3:16
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Mark 3:16
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Mark 3:16
Trapp's Commentary on Mark 3:16
Ellicott's Commentary on Mark 3:16
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Mark 3:16
Cambridge Bible on Mark 3:16
Whedon's Commentary on Mark 3:16
Sermons on Mark 3:16
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Jesus Chooses Twelve Apostles Mark 3:7-19 by David Servant | David Servant preaches about Jesus' fame spreading far and wide, drawing spiritually hungry people seeking healing and deliverance. Despite being the Son of God, Jesus operated as |
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From Simon to Peter #25 - the Holy Spirit and Peter's Personality by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the character of Peter and his journey from fear to boldness. The speaker highlights Peter's native timidity and fear, which was evident in h |
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From Simon to Peter #06 - Called to Be Fishers of Men #1 by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the theme of becoming fishers of men, as mentioned in the Bible. The speaker highlights three main points: the task to which Simon and his fol |
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John 1 by Ian Murray | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching the gospel to make disciples. He highlights that the gospel is all about Jesus and encourages believers to share |
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Gospel of John (Study 22 of 24, Chap 10 Cont, 11 Start) by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of understanding and embracing the truth that once we belong to God, our minds are no longer tormented or controlled by the d |
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John 1:41-42 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of companionship and unity among believers, highlighting the benefits of dwelling together in love and mutual support as opposed to isolat |
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A New Name by Marcus Dods | Marcus Dods preaches about Jesus' encounter with Simon, where Jesus sees beyond Simon's current state and names his future identity as Peter, the Rock. This encounter signifies Jes |






