Mark 7:36

Verse

Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone. But the more He ordered them, the more widely they proclaimed it.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them, so much the more a great deal they published it.

Bible in Basic English

And he gave them orders not to give news of it to anyone; but the more he made this request, so much the more they made it public.

Free Bible Version

Jesus gave strict orders not to tell anyone, but the more he said this, the more they spread the news.

Geneva Bible 1599

And he commanded them, that they should tell no man: but howe much soeuer hee forbad them, the more a great deale they published it,

King James (Authorized) Version

And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them, so much the more a great deal they published it;

One Unity Resource Bible

He commanded them that they should tell no one, but the more he commanded them, so much the more widely they proclaimed it.

Plain English Version

Jesus went back and told the people strongly, “Don’t tell anyone about the great thing I just did.” But they didn’t listen to Jesus. Jesus kept on telling them not to talk about it, but they just kept on telling other people, “Jesus made that man better.”

Translation for Translators

Jesus told ◄the people/his friends► not to tell anyone what he had done. But, although he ordered them and others repeatedly not to tell anyone about it, they kept talking about it very much.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Jesus ordered them to tell no one. But the more he ordered them, the more abundantly they proclaimed it.

Noah Webster Bible

And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them; so much the more a great deal they published it ;

World English Bible

He commanded them that they should tell no one, but the more he commanded them, so much the more widely they proclaimed it.

Young's Literal Translation

And he charged them that they may tell no one, but the more he was charging them, the more abundantly they were proclaiming [it],

Context

The Deaf and Mute Man

³⁵Immediately the man’s ears were opened and his tongue was released, and he began to speak plainly.³⁶Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone. But the more He ordered them, the more widely they proclaimed it.³⁷The people were utterly astonished and said, “He has done all things well! He makes even the deaf hear and the mute speak!”

Summary

In Mark 7:36, after Jesus miraculously heals a man who was deaf and mute, the witnesses are astounded and declare, 'He has done everything well. He even makes the deaf hear and the mute speak.' This verse showcases the awe-inspiring power and compassion of Jesus, demonstrating His ability to bring wholeness and restoration to those in need. It serves as a testament to the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies regarding the Messiah's healing ministry, affirming Jesus as the long-awaited Savior who brings about miraculous transformations in people's lives.

Commentary

Adam Clarke
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

Tell no man - See on Mat 8:4 (note). This miracle is not mentioned by any other of the evangelists. Another proof that Mark did not abridge Matthew. For a practical review of the different important subjects of this chapter, see Matthew 15:1-39 (note), and particularly the observations at the end.

John Gill Bible Commentary

And were beyond measure astonished,.... The man that was cured, the men that brought him, and the whole multitude were exceedingly, beyond all expression, amazed at what was done, in this case, and many others; for there were other miracles also wrought at this time; see Mat 15:30. The grace of God, in opening the ears and heart of a sinner, and causing the tongue of the dumb to sing his praise, is very astonishing, to men and angels; to the persons themselves that partake of it; and to all the saints that hear of it; it is amazing that such grace should be bestowed at all; and it is more, that it should be communicated to such unworthy persons it is; as also that it should produce such effects it does; that it should make such a surprising change, and be attended with such blessed consequences: saying, he hath done all things well; not by Beelzebub, the prince of devils, as said the Scribes and Pharisees; nor in any ostentatious manner, for the sake of the honour and applause of men, as they plainly saw; but for the good of mankind, and for the glory of God: and as all the miraculous works, which Christ did, were well done by him, so all other works of his: all that he did in eternity before the world was, he did well; what he did in the council and covenant of grace, in espousing the persons and cause of his people, and in all his federal transactions and suretyship engagements for them: he drew nigh to God on their account; he cheerfully agreed to what his Father proposed; he entered into a covenant with him, and took the care and charge of all his people, and of all promises and blessings of grace for them: and whatsoever he has done in time is well done; as his assumption of human nature; taking a nature, and not a person, this of a virgin, and an holy nature, though subject to sinless infirmities, and this in due and proper time; also his subjection to the law, moral, civil, and ceremonial, as it became him to fulfil all righteousness; and his preaching the Gospel, which he did with authority, and which he spake as never man did, and which he confirmed by his miracles; but especially the great work of redemption he came about, was well done by him: this he has thoroughly done; he has redeemed his people from the law, its curse, and condemnation; he has ransomed them out of the hands of Satan; he has saved them from all their sins; he has procured the remission of them, made reconciliation for them, and brought in an everlasting righteousness: he has done this work to the satisfaction of all parties; to the glory of all the divine perfections, of justice, as well as of grace and mercy; to the contentment and pleasure of all the divine persons; his Father, himself, and the blessed Spirit: and to the joy of angels and men: and all that he has done, or is now doing in heaven, as an advocate and intercessor, is done well; and we may be assured, that all that he will do hereafter, as the judge of quick and dead, will be done in like manner. He maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb, or those that could not speak, at least without a great deal of difficulty, to speak; an instance of both which there was in this single man's case. Next: Mark Chapter 8

Mark 7:36

The Deaf and Mute Man

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Commentary

Berean Standard Bible

Jesus ordered them not to tell anyone. But the more He ordered them, the more widely they proclaimed it.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them, so much the more a great deal they published it.

Bible in Basic English

And he gave them orders not to give news of it to anyone; but the more he made this request, so much the more they made it public.

Free Bible Version

Jesus gave strict orders not to tell anyone, but the more he said this, the more they spread the news.

Geneva Bible 1599

And he commanded them, that they should tell no man: but howe much soeuer hee forbad them, the more a great deale they published it,

King James (Authorized) Version

And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them, so much the more a great deal they published it;

One Unity Resource Bible

He commanded them that they should tell no one, but the more he commanded them, so much the more widely they proclaimed it.

Plain English Version

Translation for Translators

Jesus told ◄the people/his friends► not to tell anyone what he had done. But, although he ordered them and others repeatedly not to tell anyone about it, they kept talking about it very much.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Jesus ordered them to tell no one. But the more he ordered them, the more abundantly they proclaimed it.

Noah Webster Bible

And he charged them that they should tell no man: but the more he charged them; so much the more a great deal they published it ;

World English Bible

He commanded them that they should tell no one, but the more he commanded them, so much the more widely they proclaimed it.

Young's Literal Translation

And he charged them that they may tell no one, but the more he was charging them, the more abundantly they were proclaiming [it],

Adam Clarke
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Mark 7:36

Verse

Context

The Deaf and Mute Man

Summary

Commentary

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Tyndale Open Study Notes

Mark 7:36

The Deaf and Mute Man

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Tyndale Open Study Notes