And then shall he send his angels, and shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from the uttermost part of the earth to the uttermost part of heaven.

MARK 13:27KJV
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Mark 13:27 (KJV)

What does Mark 13:27 mean?

Mark 13:27 describes how, after a climactic event, Jesus will send out his angels to gather his chosen people ("elect") from every direction and place, no matter how far—covering the whole earth and even the heavens. The verse emphasizes the complete and certain gathering of those who belong to him.

In this verse, Jesus is speaking to his disciples on the Mount of Olives, explaining what will happen at the end of the age. He uses vivid language to show that no one who belongs to God will be overlooked or left behind, no matter where they are. The focus is on the certainty and thoroughness of God's action in bringing his people together.

The Greek behind Mark 13:27

  • The word for "angels" is ἀγγέλους (angelous), which means "messengers." In this context, it refers to heavenly beings sent to carry out God's command.
  • The word for "gather together" is ἐπισυνάξει (episynaxei), which means to collect or assemble people into one place. This highlights the idea of a purposeful and complete gathering.
  • The phrase "from the four winds" uses τέσσαρων ἀνέμων (tessarōn anemōn), a way of saying "from every direction," showing the worldwide scope of the gathering.
  • The word for "elect" is ἐκλεκτούς (eklektous), meaning "chosen ones." This term emphasizes that those being gathered are specifically selected by God.

Why Mark 13:27 matters

  • Mark 13:27 clarifies that God's gathering of his people is not limited by geography or distance; it is universal and all-encompassing.
  • The verse reassures readers that no one who belongs to God will be forgotten or missed, no matter where they are found.
  • This promise connects to the larger context of Mark 13, where Jesus is describing future events and encouraging his followers to trust in God's ultimate plan and care.

Where else these words appear

“part” Greek G206 · used in 4 verses

  • Matthew 24:31 And he shall send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.
  • Luke 16:24 And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.
  • Hebrews 11:21 By faith Jacob, when he was a dying, blessed both the sons of Joseph; and worshipped, leaning upon the top of his staff.

“together” Greek G1996 · used in 6 verses

  • Matthew 23:37 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!
  • Matthew 24:31 And he shall send his angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.
  • Luke 12:1 In the mean time, when there were gathered together an innumerable multitude of people, insomuch that they trode one upon another, he began to say unto his disciples first of all, Beware ye of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.

“elect” Greek G1588 · used in 23 verses

  • Matthew 20:16 So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen.
  • Luke 18:7 And shall not God avenge his own elect, which cry day and night unto him, though he bear long with them?
  • Titus 1:1 Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God's elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness;

“winds” Greek G417 · used in 29 verses

  • Matthew 7:25 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock.
  • Mark 4:37 And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full.
  • John 6:18 And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew.