Mark 14:34

“I am sad at heart,” he said, “sad even to death; wait here, and watch.”

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In The King James Version

And saith unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful unto death: tarry ye here, and watch.

In Context

33He took with him Peter, James, and John; and began to show signs of great dismay and deep distress of mind.

35Going on a little further, he threw himself on the ground, and began to pray that, if it were possible, he might be spared that hour.

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Cross References

Mark 14:37Then he came and found the three apostles asleep. “Simon,” he said to Peter, “are you asleep? Couldn’t you watch for one hour?

Ephesians 6:18Pray in spirit at all times. Be intent on this, with unwearying perseverance and supplication for all Christ’s people –

1 Peter 5:8Exercise self-control, be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, like a roaring lion, is prowling about, eager to devour you.

Matthew Henry on Mark 14:33-43

The Agony in the Garden. 32 And they came to a place which was named Gethsemane: and he saith to his disciples, Sit ye here, while I shall pray. 33 And he taketh with him Peter and James and John, and began to be sore amazed, and to be very heavy; 34 And saith unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful unto death: tarry ye here, and watch. 35 And he went forward a little, and fell on the ground, and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from him. 36 And he said, Abba, Father, all things are possible… Read the whole commentary →

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