KJV ORIGINAL
And he called them unto him, and said unto them in parables, How can Satan cast out Satan?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So Jesus called them over and started speaking in parables, asking them: 'How could Satan possibly kick out Satan?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus is pointing out the obvious, evil can't defeat itself.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus is confronting the religious leaders who accused Him of using demonic power to cast out demons, as He performed miracles that challenged their authority. This event took place during His ministry in Galilee, where He attracted large crowds with His teachings and healings, leading to growing opposition from the scribes. Jesus responds with a parable to expose the absurdity of their claim that Satan's kingdom could fight against itself.
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