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Then he can plunder the strong man&#8217s house. <a href="/nlt/mark/3.htm">New Living Translation</a> Let me illustrate this further. Who is powerful enough to enter the house of a strong man and plunder his goods? Only someone even stronger—someone who could tie him up and then plunder his house. <a href="/esv/mark/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> But no one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his goods, unless he first binds the strong man. Then indeed he may plunder his house. <a href="/bsb/mark/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Indeed, no one can enter a strong man’s house to steal his possessions unless he first ties up the strong man. Then he can plunder his house. <a href="/blb/mark/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> But no one is able, having entered into the house of the strong man, to plunder his goods, unless first he binds the strong man. And then he will plunder his house. <a href="/kjv/mark/3.htm">King James Bible</a> No man can enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he will first bind the strong man; and then he will spoil his house. <a href="/nkjv/mark/3.htm">New King James Version</a> No one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his goods, unless he first binds the strong man. And then he will plunder his house. <a href="/nasb_/mark/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> But no one can enter the strong man’s house and plunder his property unless he first ties up the strong man, and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/nasb/mark/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220But no one can enter the strong man&#8217s house and plunder his property unless he first binds the strong man, and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/nasb77/mark/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “But no one can enter the strong man’s house and plunder his property unless he first binds the strong man, and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/lsb/mark/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> But no one can enter the strong man’s house and plunder his property unless he first binds the strong man, and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/amp/mark/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> But no one can go into a strong man’s house and steal his property unless he first overpowers and ties up the strong man, and then he will ransack and rob his house. <a href="/csb/mark/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> But no one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his possessions unless he first ties up the strong man. Then he can plunder his house. <a href="/hcsb/mark/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> &#8220On the other hand, no one can enter a strong man&#8217s house and rob his possessions unless he first ties up the strong man. Then he will rob his house. <a href="/asv/mark/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> But no one can enter into the house of the strong man, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man; and then he will spoil his house. <a href="/cev/mark/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> How can anyone break into the house of a strong man and steal his things, unless he first ties up the strong man? Then he can take everything. <a href="/erv/mark/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> But no one can enter into the house of the strong man, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man; and then he will spoil his house. <a href="/gwt/mark/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> "No one can go into a strong man's house and steal his property. First he must tie up the strong man. Then he can go through the strong man's house and steal his property. <a href="/gnt/mark/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> "No one can break into a strong man's house and take away his belongings unless he first ties up the strong man; then he can plunder his house. <a href="/isv/mark/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> No one can go into a strong man's house and carry off his possessions without first tying up the strong man. Then he can ransack his house. <a href="/msb/mark/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Indeed, no one can enter a strong man’s house to steal his possessions unless he first ties up the strong man. Then he can plunder his house. <a href="/net/mark/3.htm">NET Bible</a> But no one is able to enter a strong man's house and steal his property unless he first ties up the strong man. Then he can thoroughly plunder his house. <a href="/nheb/mark/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> But no one can enter into the house of the strong man to plunder, unless he first binds the strong man; and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/wbt/mark/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> No man can enter into a strong man's house, and seize his goods, except he will first bind the strong man; and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/wey/mark/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Nay, no one can go into a strong man's house and carry off his property, unless he first binds the strong man, and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/web/mark/3.htm">World English Bible</a> But no one can enter into the house of the strong man to plunder unless he first binds the strong man; then he will plunder his house. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> No one is able to spoil the vessels of the strong man, having entered into his house, if first he may not bind the strong man, and then he will spoil his house. <a href="/blb/mark/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> But no one is able, having entered into the house of the strong man, to plunder his goods, unless first he binds the strong man. And then he will plunder his house. <a href="/ylt/mark/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> 'No one is able the vessels of the strong man -- having entered into his house -- to spoil, if first he may not bind the strong man, and then his house he will spoil. <a href="/slt/mark/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> None can plunder the vessels of the strong, having entered his house, except he first bind the strong; then he will plunder his house.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> No man can enter into the house of a strong man and rob him of his goods, unless he first bind the strong man, and then shall he plunder his house. <a href="/cpdv/mark/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> No one is able to plunder the goods of a strong man, having entered into the house, unless he first binds the strong man, and then he shall plunder his house. <a href="/nabre/mark/3.htm">New American Bible</a> But no one can enter a strong man’s house to plunder his property unless he first ties up the strong man. Then he can plunder his house. <a href="/nrsvce/mark/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> But no one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his property without first tying up the strong man; then indeed the house can be plundered.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> No man can enter into a strong man’s house and plunder his goods, unless he first bind the strong man; and then he plunders his house. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/3.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “A man cannot enter the house of a mighty one and rob his valuables, unless he first binds the mighty one, and then he shall plunder his house.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/3.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> No one can enter the house of the strong man, and spoil his goods, unless he first bind the strong man; and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/godbey/mark/3.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> <FR>No one is able, having entered into the house of a strong man, to spoil his goods, unless he may first bind the strong man, and then he will spoil his house.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/mark/3.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> No man entering into his house, can plunder a strong man鈥檚 goods, unless he first bind the strong man, then indeed he spoileth his house. <a href="/mace/mark/3.htm">Mace New Testament</a> no one can enter into a strong man's house, and plunder his goods, unless the man be first secur'd. <a href="/wey/mark/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> Nay, no one can go into a strong man's house and carry off his property, unless he first binds the strong man, and then he will plunder his house. <a href="/worrell/mark/3.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> <FR>But no one is able, after having entered into the house of the strong man, to plunder his goods, except he first bind the strong man; and then will he plunder his house.<Fr> <a href="/worsley/mark/3.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> <FR>No one can enter into the house of a strong <Fr>man,<FR> and plunder his goods; unless he first bind the strong <Fr>man,<FR> and then he may pillage his house.<Fr> <a href="/parallel/mark/3-27.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=803" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/mark/3.htm">A House Divided</a> …26And if Satan is divided and rises against himself, he cannot stand; his end has come. 27<a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: all’ (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">Indeed,</a> <a href="/greek/3762.htm" title="3762: oudeis (Adj-NMS) -- No one, none, nothing. ">no one</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/1410.htm" title="1410: dynatai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible.">can</a> <a href="/greek/1525.htm" title="1525: eiselthōn (V-APA-NMS) -- To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter.">enter</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2478.htm" title="2478: ischyrou (Adj-GMS) -- Strong (originally and generally of physical strength); mighty, powerful, vehement, sure. From ischus; forcible.">a strong man’s</a> <a href="/greek/3614.htm" title="3614: oikian (N-AFS) -- From oikos; properly, residence, but usually an abode; by implication, a family.">house</a> <a href="/greek/1283.htm" title="1283: diarpasai (V-ANA) -- To plunder, rob thoroughly. From dia and harpazo; to seize asunder, i.e. Plunder.">to steal</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">his</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ta (Art-ANP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4632.htm" title="4632: skeuē (N-ANP) -- A vessel, implement, equipment or apparatus (specially, a wife as contributing to the usefulness of the husband).">possessions</a> <a href="/greek/1437.htm" title="1437: ean (Conj) -- If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.">unless</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether."></a> <a href="/greek/4412.htm" title="4412: prōton (Adv-S) -- First, in the first place, before, formerly. Neuter of protos as adverb; firstly."></a> <a href="/greek/1210.htm" title="1210: dēsē (V-ASA-3S) -- To bind, tie, fasten; I impel, compel; I declare to be prohibited and unlawful. A primary verb; to bind.">he first ties up</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ton (Art-AMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2478.htm" title="2478: ischyron (Adj-AMS) -- Strong (originally and generally of physical strength); mighty, powerful, vehement, sure. From ischus; forcible.">strong man.</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/5119.htm" title="5119: tote (Adv) -- Then, at that time. From ho and hote; the when, i.e. At the time that.">Then</a> <a href="/greek/1283.htm" title="1283: diarpasei (V-FIA-3S) -- To plunder, rob thoroughly. From dia and harpazo; to seize asunder, i.e. Plunder.">he can plunder</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">his</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/3614.htm" title="3614: oikian (N-AFS) -- From oikos; properly, residence, but usually an abode; by implication, a family.">house. </a> 28Truly I tell you, the sons of men will be forgiven all sins and blasphemies, as many as they utter.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/12-29.htm">Matthew 12:29</a> Or again, how can anyone enter a strong man’s house and steal his possessions, unless he first ties up the strong man? Then he can plunder his house. <a href="/luke/11-21.htm">Luke 11:21-22</a> When a strong man, fully armed, guards his house, his possessions are secure. / But when someone stronger attacks and overpowers him, he takes away the armor in which the man trusted, and then he divides up his plunder. <a href="/isaiah/49-24.htm">Isaiah 49:24-25</a> Can the plunder be snatched from the mighty, or the captives of a tyrant be delivered? / Indeed, this is what the LORD says: “Even the captives of the mighty will be taken away, and the plunder of the tyrant will be retrieved; I will contend with those who contend with you, and I will save your children. <a href="/colossians/2-15.htm">Colossians 2:15</a> And having disarmed the powers and authorities, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross. <a href="/hebrews/2-14.htm">Hebrews 2:14</a> Now since the children have flesh and blood, He too shared in their humanity, so that by His death He might destroy him who holds the power of death, that is, the devil, <a href="/1_john/3-8.htm">1 John 3:8</a> The one who practices sin is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the very start. This is why the Son of God was revealed, to destroy the works of the devil. <a href="/revelation/20-2.htm">Revelation 20:2-3</a> He seized the dragon, that ancient serpent who is the devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years. / And he threw him into the Abyss, shut it, and sealed it over him, so that he could not deceive the nations until the thousand years were complete. After that, he must be released for a brief period of time. <a href="/john/12-31.htm">John 12:31</a> Now judgment is upon this world; now the prince of this world will be cast out. <a href="/ephesians/4-8.htm">Ephesians 4:8</a> This is why it says: “When He ascended on high, He led captives away, and gave gifts to men.” <a href="/2_corinthians/10-4.htm">2 Corinthians 10:4-5</a> The weapons of our warfare are not the weapons of the flesh. Instead, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. / We demolish arguments and every presumption set up against the knowledge of God; and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. <a href="/genesis/3-15.htm">Genesis 3:15</a> And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed. He will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.” <a href="/isaiah/53-12.htm">Isaiah 53:12</a> Therefore I will allot Him a portion with the great, and He will divide the spoils with the strong, because He has poured out His life unto death, and He was numbered with the transgressors. Yet He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors. <a href="/psalms/68-18.htm">Psalm 68:18</a> You have ascended on high; You have led captives away. You have received gifts from men, even from the rebellious, that the LORD God may dwell there. <a href="/1_peter/3-22.htm">1 Peter 3:22</a> who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers subject to Him. <a href="/romans/16-20.htm">Romans 16:20</a> The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>No man can enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he will first bind the strong man; and then he will spoil his house.<a href="/genesis/3-15.htm">Genesis 3:15</a> And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel.<a href="/isaiah/27-1.htm">Isaiah 27:1</a> In that day the LORD with his sore and great and strong sword shall punish leviathan the piercing serpent, even leviathan that crooked serpent; and he shall slay the dragon that is in the sea.<a href="/isaiah/49-24.htm">Isaiah 49:24-26</a> Shall the prey be taken from the mighty, or the lawful captive delivered? … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/3-25.htm">Able</a> <a href="/matthew/23-4.htm">Bind</a> <a href="/isaiah/30-26.htm">Binds</a> <a href="/matthew/28-8.htm">Carry</a> <a href="/matthew/27-2.htm">Cords</a> <a href="/mark/1-45.htm">Enter</a> <a href="/mark/2-26.htm">Except</a> <a href="/matthew/18-16.htm">Fact</a> <a href="/mark/1-1.htm">First</a> <a href="/matthew/25-14.htm">Goods</a> <a href="/mark/3-25.htm">House</a> <a href="/mark/1-8.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/matthew/12-29.htm">Plunder</a> <a href="/matthew/25-14.htm">Possessions</a> <a href="/matthew/25-27.htm">Property</a> <a href="/matthew/27-66.htm">Putting</a> <a href="/matthew/12-29.htm">Rob</a> <a href="/mark/3-5.htm">Round</a> <a href="/mark/3-21.htm">Seize</a> <a href="/matthew/12-29.htm">Spoil</a> <a href="/mark/2-17.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/matthew/12-29.htm">Ties</a> <a href="/mark/2-26.htm">Unless</a> <a href="/matthew/25-4.htm">Vessels</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/4-32.htm">Able</a> <a href="/mark/5-3.htm">Bind</a> <a href="/colossians/3-14.htm">Binds</a> <a href="/mark/6-55.htm">Carry</a> <a href="/mark/15-1.htm">Cords</a> <a href="/mark/4-19.htm">Enter</a> <a href="/mark/4-22.htm">Except</a> <a href="/mark/7-25.htm">Fact</a> <a href="/mark/4-28.htm">First</a> <a href="/mark/7-22.htm">Goods</a> <a href="/mark/5-19.htm">House</a> <a href="/mark/4-12.htm">Indeed</a> <a href="/luke/11-22.htm">Plunder</a> <a href="/mark/10-22.htm">Possessions</a> <a href="/mark/10-22.htm">Property</a> <a href="/mark/10-16.htm">Putting</a> <a href="/romans/2-22.htm">Rob</a> <a href="/mark/3-32.htm">Round</a> <a href="/mark/12-12.htm">Seize</a> <a href="/luke/5-37.htm">Spoil</a> <a href="/mark/4-39.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/genesis/49-11.htm">Ties</a> <a href="/mark/7-3.htm">Unless</a> <a href="/mark/7-4.htm">Vessels</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 3</div>1. <a href="/mark/3-1.htm">Jesus heals the withered hand,</a> 10. <a href="/mark/3-10.htm">and many other infirmities;</a> 11. <a href="/mark/3-11.htm">rebukes the unclean spirit;</a> 13. <a href="/mark/3-13.htm">chooses his twelve apostles;</a> 22. <a href="/mark/3-22.htm">convinces the blasphemy of casting out demons by Beelzebub;</a> 31. <a href="/mark/3-31.htm">and shows who are his brother, sister, and mother.</a> </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>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/mark/3.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div>Indeed The word "indeed" is used to affirm the truth of the statement that follows. In Greek, the word is "ἀλλὰ" (alla), which often serves as a strong adversative conjunction, emphasizing the contrast between what is commonly assumed and the truth being presented. This sets the stage for a profound spiritual truth that Jesus is about to reveal, underscoring the certainty and importance of His teaching.no one This phrase emphasizes the universality of the principle Jesus is about to explain. In Greek, "οὐδεὶς" (oudeis) means "no one" or "nobody," indicating that the statement applies to all people without exception. It highlights the impossibility of the task without the necessary precondition being met, pointing to the spiritual truth that follows.can enter The Greek word "δύναται" (dunatai) is used here, meaning "is able" or "has the power." This suggests that entering the strong man's house requires a certain capability or authority. In the spiritual context, it implies that overcoming evil requires divine power and authority, which Jesus possesses.a strong man’s house The "strong man" represents Satan or the forces of evil, and his "house" symbolizes the domain or realm under his control. The Greek word for "strong" is "ἰσχυροῦ" (ischyrou), indicating strength or might. This metaphor illustrates the power and influence that evil can have in the world, and the need for a stronger force to overcome it.to steal his possessions The act of stealing in this context refers to liberating or rescuing what the strong man holds captive. The Greek word "διαρπάσαι" (diarpasai) means "to plunder" or "to seize." This suggests a deliberate and forceful action to reclaim what rightfully belongs to God, emphasizing the mission of Jesus to redeem and restore.unless he first ties up The phrase "ties up" comes from the Greek "δήσῃ" (dēsē), meaning "to bind" or "to restrain." This indicates that before any liberation can occur, the power of the strong man must be neutralized. Spiritually, it signifies the binding of Satan's power through the authority of Christ, enabling the freeing of those under his influence.the strong man Reiterating the earlier metaphor, the "strong man" is Satan, whose power must be confronted and subdued. The repetition underscores the necessity of dealing with the root of evil's power before any spiritual victory can be achieved.Then he can plunder his house The word "plunder" in Greek is "διαρπάσει" (diarpasei), which conveys the idea of taking back with force. This final phrase completes the metaphor, illustrating the triumph of good over evil. It signifies the successful mission of Christ to reclaim and restore what has been lost to sin, offering hope and assurance of victory to believers. <a href="/commentaries/mark/3-27.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>Indeed, ἀλλ’ (all’) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. no one οὐδεὶς (oudeis) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3762.htm">Strong's 3762: </a> No one, none, nothing. can δύναται (dynatai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1410.htm">Strong's 1410: </a> (a) I am powerful, have (the) power, (b) I am able, I can. Of uncertain affinity; to be able or possible. enter εἰσελθὼν (eiselthōn) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1525.htm">Strong's 1525: </a> To go in, come in, enter. From eis and erchomai; to enter. a strong man’s ἰσχυροῦ (ischyrou) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2478.htm">Strong's 2478: </a> Strong (originally and generally of physical strength); mighty, powerful, vehement, sure. From ischus; forcible. house οἰκίαν (oikian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3614.htm">Strong's 3614: </a> From oikos; properly, residence, but usually an abode; by implication, a family. to steal διαρπάσαι (diarpasai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Active <a href="/greek/strongs_1283.htm">Strong's 1283: </a> To plunder, rob thoroughly. From dia and harpazo; to seize asunder, i.e. Plunder. his αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. possessions σκεύη (skeuē) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4632.htm">Strong's 4632: </a> A vessel, implement, equipment or apparatus (specially, a wife as contributing to the usefulness of the husband). unless ἐὰν (ean) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1437.htm">Strong's 1437: </a> If. From ei and an; a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc. he first ties up δήσῃ (dēsē) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1210.htm">Strong's 1210: </a> To bind, tie, fasten; I impel, compel; I declare to be prohibited and unlawful. A primary verb; to bind. the τὸν (ton) Article - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. strong man. ἰσχυρὸν (ischyron) Adjective - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2478.htm">Strong's 2478: </a> Strong (originally and generally of physical strength); mighty, powerful, vehement, sure. From ischus; forcible. Then τότε (tote) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_5119.htm">Strong's 5119: </a> Then, at that time. From ho and hote; the when, i.e. At the time that. he can plunder διαρπάσει (diarpasei) Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1283.htm">Strong's 1283: </a> To plunder, rob thoroughly. From dia and harpazo; to seize asunder, i.e. Plunder. his αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. house. οἰκίαν (oikian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3614.htm">Strong's 3614: </a> From oikos; properly, residence, but usually an abode; by implication, a family. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/3-27.htm">Mark 3:27 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/3-27.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 3:27 But no one can enter into (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/3-26.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 3:26"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 3:26" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/3-28.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 3:28"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 3:28" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>