KJV ORIGINAL
Therefore the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So Jesus, as the Son of Man, has authority over the Sabbath too.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus doesn't just follow the rules — he's the one who gets to decide what they actually mean.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Gospel of Mark was traditionally written by John Mark, a companion of Peter, for a Gentile Christian audience, likely in Rome, around 60-70 CE. It was composed to present Jesus's life and teachings, emphasizing his authority and divine sonship, particularly in challenging traditional interpretations of the Law and Sabbath.
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