KJV ORIGINAL
And he said unto them, What would ye that I should do for you?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jesus looked at them and said, 'What do you want me to do for you?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the most powerful question is the simplest one, what do you actually need?
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Mark, this verse takes place during Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, where he is teaching his disciples about the true nature of his mission and the coming kingdom. James and John, two of his closest followers, boldly ask Jesus for special favors, specifically to sit at his right and left in his glory, revealing their misunderstanding of leadership as worldly power rather than humble service. This exchange occurs amidst Jesus' emphasis on servanthood, contrasting human ambition with divine priorities.
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