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href="/bsb/mark/16.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/mark/16.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />When they heard that Jesus was alive and that she had seen him, they did not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/mark/16.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />But when she told them that Jesus was alive and she had seen him, they didn’t believe her.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/mark/16.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />But when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/mark/16.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />And when they heard that Jesus was alive and she had seen Him, they did not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/mark/16.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And they having heard that He is alive and has been seen by her, disbelieved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/mark/16.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And they, when they had heard that he was alive, and had been seen of her, believed not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/mark/16.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And when they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, they did not believe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/mark/16.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And when they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, they refused to believe <i>it.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/mark/16.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />When they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, they refused to believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/mark/16.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And when they heard that He was alive, and had been seen by her, they refused to believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/mark/16.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And when they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, they refused to believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/mark/16.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />When they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, they did not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/mark/16.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet, when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they did not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/mark/16.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet, when they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, they did not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/mark/16.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And they, when they heard that he was alive, and had been seen of her, disbelieved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/mark/16.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Even though they heard that Jesus was alive and that Mary had seen him, they still would not believe it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/mark/16.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And they, when they heard that he was alive, and had been seen of her, disbelieved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/mark/16.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They didn't believe her when they heard that he was alive and that she had seen him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/mark/16.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />and when they heard her say that Jesus was alive and that she had seen him, they did not believe her. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/mark/16.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />When they heard that he was alive and that he had been seen by her, they refused to believe Mary. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/mark/16.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />And when they heard that Jesus was alive and she had seen Him, they did not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/mark/16.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />And when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they did not believe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/mark/16.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />When they heard that he was alive, and had been seen by her, they disbelieved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/mark/16.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And they, when they had heard that he was alive, and had been seen by her, believed not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/mark/16.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />But they, when they were told that He was alive and that she had seen Him, could not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/mark/16.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />When they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they disbelieved. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/mark/16.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and they, having heard that He is alive, and was seen by her, did not believe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/mark/16.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />And they having heard that He is alive and has been seen by her, disbelieved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/mark/16.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and they, having heard that he is alive, and was seen by her, did not believe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/mark/16.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And they having heard that he lives, and was seen by her, believed not.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/mark/16.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And they hearing that he was alive, and had been seen by her, did not believe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/mark/16.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And they, upon hearing that he was alive and that he had been seen by her, did not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/mark/16.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />When they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they did not believe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/mark/16.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />But when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/mark/16.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And when they heard them saying that he was alive, and had appeared to them, they did not believe them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/16.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />And when they heard them saying that he was alive and had appeared to them, they did not believe it.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/mark/16.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />And though they heard that he was alive, and had been seen by her, they did not believe.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/mark/16.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/mark/16.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />And they, when they heard that he was alive, and had been seen by her, gave no credit to her.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/mark/16.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />but though they heard that he was alive, and had appear'd to her, they did not believe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/mark/16.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />But they, when they were told that He was alive and that she had seen Him, could not believe it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/mark/16.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And they, having heard that he was alive, and was seen by her, disbelieved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/mark/16.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />but they, though they heard that He was <i>indeed</i> alive, and <i>had been</i> seen by her, did not believe <i>it.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/mark/16-11.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=5695" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/mark/16.htm">The Resurrection</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">10</span>She went and told those who had been with Him, who were mourning and weeping. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/2548.htm" title="2548: kakeinoi (DPro-NMP) -- And he, she, it, and that. From kai and ekeinos; likewise that.">And when they</a> <a href="/greek/191.htm" title="191: akousantes (V-APA-NMP) -- To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.">heard</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.">that</a> <a href="/greek/2198.htm" title="2198: zē (V-PIA-3S) -- To live, be alive. A primary verb; to live.">Jesus was alive</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2300.htm" title="2300: etheathē (V-AIP-3S) -- A prolonged form of a primary verb; to look closely at, i.e. perceive; by extension to visit.">she had seen Him,</a> <a href="/greek/5259.htm" title="5259: hyp’ (Prep) -- A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when)."></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autēs (PPro-GF3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/569.htm" title="569: ēpistēsan (V-AIA-3P) -- To be unfaithful, disbelieve, refuse belief, prove false. From apistos; to be unbelieving, i.e. disbelieve, or disobey.">they did not believe it.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">12</span>After this, Jesus appeared in a different form to two of them as they walked along in the country.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/24-11.htm">Luke 24:11</a></span><br />But their words seemed like nonsense to them, and they did not believe the women.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/20-24.htm">John 20:24-25</a></span><br />Now Thomas called Didymus, one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. / So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he replied, “Unless I see the nail marks in His hands, and put my finger where the nails have been, and put my hand into His side, I will never believe.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/28-17.htm">Matthew 28:17</a></span><br />When they saw Him, they worshiped Him, but some doubted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/24-25.htm">Luke 24:25</a></span><br />Then Jesus said to them, “O foolish ones, and slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/20-9.htm">John 20:9</a></span><br />For they still did not understand from the Scripture that Jesus had to rise from the dead.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/20-8.htm">John 20:8</a></span><br />Then the other disciple, who had reached the tomb first, also went in. And he saw and believed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/16-21.htm">Matthew 16:21</a></span><br />From that time on Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and that He must be killed and on the third day be raised to life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/24-38.htm">Luke 24:38-39</a></span><br />“Why are you troubled,” Jesus asked, “and why do doubts arise in your hearts? / Look at My hands and My feet. It is I Myself. Touch Me and see—for a spirit does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/2-22.htm">John 2:22</a></span><br />After He was raised from the dead, His disciples remembered that He had said this. Then they believed the Scripture and the word that Jesus had spoken.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/12-16.htm">John 12:16</a></span><br />At first His disciples did not understand these things, but after Jesus was glorified they remembered what had been done to Him, and they realized that these very things had also been written about Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/2-24.htm">Acts 2:24</a></span><br />But God raised Him from the dead, releasing Him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep Him in its grip.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-30.htm">Acts 13:30-31</a></span><br />But God raised Him from the dead, / and for many days He was seen by those who had accompanied Him from Galilee to Jerusalem. They are now His witnesses to our people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/15-5.htm">1 Corinthians 15:5-7</a></span><br />and that He appeared to Cephas and then to the Twelve. / After that, He appeared to more than five hundred brothers at once, most of whom are still living, though some have fallen asleep. / Then He appeared to James, then to all the apostles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/16-10.htm">Psalm 16:10</a></span><br />For You will not abandon my soul to Sheol, nor will You let Your Holy One see decay.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/53-1.htm">Isaiah 53:1</a></span><br />Who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed?</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And they, when they had heard that he was alive, and had been seen of her, believed not.</p><p class="hdg">believed.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/mark/16-13.htm">Mark 16:13,14</a></b></br> And they went and told <i>it</i> unto the residue: neither believed they them… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/mark/9-19.htm">Mark 9:19</a></b></br> He answereth him, and saith, O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? how long shall I suffer you? bring him unto me.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/6-9.htm">Exodus 6:9</a></b></br> And Moses spake so unto the children of Israel: but they hearkened not unto Moses for anguish of spirit, and for cruel bondage.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/matthew/27-63.htm">Alive</a> <a href="/mark/15-32.htm">Belief</a> <a href="/mark/15-44.htm">Believe</a> <a href="/matthew/21-32.htm">Believed</a> <a href="/hebrews/11-31.htm">Disbelieved</a> <a href="/mark/14-64.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/mark/15-39.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/mark/16-9.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/15-23.htm">Refused</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/5-10.htm">Alive</a> <a href="/mark/16-13.htm">Belief</a> <a href="/mark/16-13.htm">Believe</a> <a href="/mark/16-13.htm">Believed</a> <a href="/mark/16-16.htm">Disbelieved</a> <a href="/luke/1-13.htm">Ears</a> <a href="/luke/1-13.htm">Heard</a> <a href="/mark/16-12.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/luke/13-34.htm">Refused</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 16</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/16-1.htm">An Angel declares the resurrection of Jesus to three women.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/16-9.htm">Jesus himself appears to Mary Magdalene;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/16-12.htm">to two going into the country;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/16-14.htm">then to the apostles;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/16-15.htm">whom he sends forth to preach the gospel;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/16-19.htm">and ascends into heaven.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/mark/16.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/mark/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/mark/16.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>And when they heard that Jesus was alive</b><br>This phrase refers to the initial reaction of the disciples upon hearing the news of Jesus' resurrection. The resurrection is a central tenet of Christian faith, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies such as <a href="/psalms/16-10.htm">Psalm 16:10</a> and <a href="/isaiah/53-10.htm">Isaiah 53:10-12</a>. The disbelief of the disciples highlights the unexpected nature of the resurrection, despite Jesus' prior predictions (<a href="/mark/8-31.htm">Mark 8:31, 9</a>:31, 10:34). This moment underscores the human tendency to doubt extraordinary claims, even when foretold by a trusted source.<p><b>and she had seen Him</b><br>The "she" in this context is Mary Magdalene, who is mentioned earlier in the chapter as the first to witness the risen Christ. Her role is significant, as women were not considered reliable witnesses in first-century Jewish culture. This detail emphasizes the authenticity of the Gospel accounts, as such a testimony would not be fabricated if the story were invented. Mary's encounter with Jesus is a personal and transformative experience, reflecting the intimate nature of Christ's post-resurrection appearances (<a href="/john/20-11.htm">John 20:11-18</a>).<p><b>they did not believe it</b><br>The disciples' disbelief is a recurring theme in the resurrection narratives (<a href="/luke/24-11.htm">Luke 24:11</a>, <a href="/john/20-25.htm">John 20:25</a>). This skepticism serves to strengthen the credibility of the resurrection accounts, as it shows that even Jesus' closest followers were not predisposed to believe without evidence. Their eventual belief, following personal encounters with the risen Christ, underscores the transformative power of witnessing the resurrection firsthand. This disbelief also highlights the necessity of faith, a key component of Christian doctrine, as seen in <a href="/hebrews/11.htm">Hebrews 11:1</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a></b><br>Central figure of the New Testament, whose resurrection is the cornerstone of Christian faith.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/m/mary_magdalene.htm">Mary Magdalene</a></b><br>A devoted follower of Jesus who was the first to witness the resurrected Christ.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a></b><br>The group of Jesus' closest followers who initially doubted the resurrection report.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_resurrection.htm">The Resurrection</a></b><br>The event of Jesus rising from the dead, fulfilling His prophecy and demonstrating His divine nature.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_challenge_of_faith.htm">The Challenge of Faith</a></b><br>Faith often requires believing in what we have not seen. The disciples' initial disbelief reminds us of the human tendency to doubt.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_witnesses.htm">The Role of Witnesses</a></b><br>Mary Magdalene's testimony is crucial. God often uses witnesses to convey His truth, and we should be open to hearing and believing their reports.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/o/overcoming_doubt.htm">Overcoming Doubt</a></b><br>Doubt is a natural part of faith. Like the disciples, we may struggle, but we are called to seek understanding and confirmation through prayer and scripture.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_the_resurrection.htm">The Importance of the Resurrection</a></b><br>The resurrection is central to Christian faith. It validates Jesus' divinity and the truth of His teachings.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/encouragement_in_evangelism.htm">Encouragement in Evangelism</a></b><br>Even when faced with disbelief, we should persist in sharing the gospel, trusting that God can work through our testimony.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_16.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 16</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_a_bible_dictionary_for.htm">What reasons are there to believe in Jesus?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_realized_eschatology.htm">What is the concept of Realized Eschatology?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_resurrection_key_to_salvation.htm">Romans 10:9: If resurrection contradicts scientific understanding, how can belief in it be required for salvation?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_1_cor_15_5-7_with_gospels.htm">How do we reconcile apparent inconsistencies between 1 Corinthians 15:5-7 and the various Gospel accounts of Jesus' resurrection appearances?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/16.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And they, when they heard that</span> <span class="cmt_word">he was alive, and had been seen of her, disbelieved</span> (<span class="greek">ἠπίστησαν</span>). They refused to believe on the bare statement of Mary Magdalene, although M. Renan says, "Sa grande affirmation de femme, 'Il est res-suscitei' a ete la base de la foi de l'humanite." They did not believe her until the risen Lord stood before them. (See 'Speaker's Commentary' (St. Mark), p. 297.) <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/mark/16-11.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">And when they</span><br /><span class="grk">κἀκεῖνοι</span> <span class="translit">(kakeinoi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2548.htm">Strong's 2548: </a> </span><span class="str2">And he, she, it, and that. From kai and ekeinos; likewise that.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">heard</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀκούσαντες</span> <span class="translit">(akousantes)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_191.htm">Strong's 191: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that</span><br /><span class="grk">ὅτι</span> <span class="translit">(hoti)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3754.htm">Strong's 3754: </a> </span><span class="str2">Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[Jesus] was alive</span><br /><span class="grk">ζῇ</span> <span class="translit">(zē)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2198.htm">Strong's 2198: </a> </span><span class="str2">To live, be alive. A primary verb; to live.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">she had seen Him,</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐθεάθη</span> <span class="translit">(etheathē)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2300.htm">Strong's 2300: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prolonged form of a primary verb; to look closely at, i.e. perceive; by extension to visit.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they did not believe [it].</span><br /><span class="grk">ἠπίστησαν</span> <span class="translit">(ēpistēsan)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_569.htm">Strong's 569: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be unfaithful, disbelieve, refuse belief, prove false. 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