And he arose from thence, and cometh into the coasts of Judaea by the farther side of Jordan: and the people resort unto him again; and, as he was wont, he taught them again.

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Mark 10:1 (KJV)

What does Mark 10:1 mean?

Mark 10:1 describes Jesus leaving his previous location and traveling to the region of Judea, across the Jordan River, where crowds of people once again gather around him. As was his usual practice, Jesus takes this opportunity to teach the people who come to him.

In this verse, Mark is narrating a transition in Jesus’ ministry as he moves from Galilee toward Judea, which is closer to Jerusalem. The crowds continue to seek him out, showing his ongoing popularity and the public’s interest in his teaching. The verse highlights that teaching was a regular part of what Jesus did whenever people gathered around him.

The Greek behind Mark 10:1

  • The word "coasts" (ὅρια, horia) is often understood as "regions" or "territories," not just a coastline. Here, it points to the broader area around Judea, not a literal shore.
  • The phrase "as he was wont" (εἰώθει, eiōthei) means "as was his custom" or "as he was accustomed." This emphasizes that teaching the crowds was a regular, habitual part of Jesus’ ministry, not a one-time event.
  • The verb "resort" (συνπορεύονται, synporeuontai) carries the sense of people coming together or assembling with him, showing that the crowds were actively seeking Jesus out, not just happening upon him.

Why Mark 10:1 matters

  • Mark 10:1 sets the stage for the teachings and events that follow, marking a significant shift as Jesus moves closer to Jerusalem and the final phase of his ministry.
  • The verse clarifies that Jesus’ teaching was not limited to one place or group; wherever he went, he continued to teach anyone who gathered.
  • By noting that the crowds "resorted" to him again, Mark shows that Jesus’ influence and appeal remained strong, even as he moved into new regions.

Where else these words appear

“resort” Greek G4848 · used in 4 verses

  • Luke 7:11 And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people.
  • Luke 14:25 And there went great multitudes with him: and he turned, and said unto them,
  • Luke 24:15 And it came to pass, that, while they communed together and reasoned, Jesus himself drew near, and went with them.

“wont” Greek G1486 · used in 4 verses

  • Matthew 27:15 Now at that feast the governor was wont to release unto the people a prisoner, whom they would.
  • Luke 4:16 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up for to read.
  • Acts 17:2 And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures,

“And” Greek G2547 · used in 9 verses

  • Acts 7:4 Then came he out of the land of the Chaldaeans, and dwelt in Charran: and from thence, when his father was dead, he removed him into this land, wherein ye now dwell.
  • Acts 14:26 And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled.
  • Acts 27:4 And when we had launched from thence, we sailed under Cyprus, because the winds were contrary.

“coasts” Greek G3725 · used in 10 verses

  • Matthew 2:16 Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently enquired of the wise men.
  • Matthew 15:22 And, behold, a woman of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto him, saying, Have mercy on me, O Lord, thou Son of David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil.
  • Mark 5:17 And they began to pray him to depart out of their coasts.