KJV ORIGINAL
And would not suffer that any man should carry any vessel through the temple.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He wouldn't let anyone use the temple as a shortcut to carry their stuff through it.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus said the temple isn't your personal walkway — show some respect.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Gospel of Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, written around 65-70 CE for a Gentile Christian audience, likely in Rome. It was written to provide an account of Jesus' life and teachings, particularly emphasizing his suffering and messianic identity, to encourage a community facing hardship.
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