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others say Elijah; and still others, one of the prophets.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/mark/8.htm">New Living Translation</a> “Well,” they replied, “some say John the Baptist, some say Elijah, and others say you are one of the other prophets.” <a href="/esv/mark/8.htm">English Standard Version</a> And they told him, “John the Baptist; and others say, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets.” <a href="/bsb/mark/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, one of the prophets.” <a href="/blb/mark/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And they answered Him, saying, "John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets." <a href="/kjv/mark/8.htm">King James Bible</a> And they answered, John the Baptist: but some say, Elias; and others, One of the prophets. <a href="/nkjv/mark/8.htm">New King James Version</a> So they answered, “John the Baptist; but some say, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets.” <a href="/nasb_/mark/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> They told Him, saying, “John the Baptist; and others say Elijah; and others, one of the prophets.” <a href="/nasb/mark/8.htm">NASB 1995</a> They told Him, saying, &#8220John the Baptist; and others say Elijah; but others, one of the prophets.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/mark/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And they told Him, saying, “John the Baptist; and others say Elijah; but others, one of the prophets.” <a href="/lsb/mark/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And they told Him, saying, “John the Baptist; and others say Elijah; but others, one of the prophets.” <a href="/amp/mark/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a> They answered Him, “John the Baptist; and others say Elijah; but others, one of the prophets.” <a href="/csb/mark/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> They answered him, “John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, one of the prophets.” <a href="/hcsb/mark/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> They answered Him, &#8220John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, one of the prophets.&#8221 <a href="/asv/mark/8.htm">American Standard Version</a> And they told him, saying, John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; but others, One of the prophets. <a href="/cev/mark/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The disciples answered, "Some say you are John the Baptist or maybe Elijah. Others say you are one of the prophets." <a href="/erv/mark/8.htm">English Revised Version</a> And they told him, saying, John the Baptist: and others, Elijah; but others, One of the prophets. <a href="/gwt/mark/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> They answered him, "Some say you are John the Baptizer, others Elijah, still others one of the prophets." <a href="/gnt/mark/8.htm">Good News Translation</a> "Some say that you are John the Baptist," they answered; "others say that you are Elijah, while others say that you are one of the prophets." <a href="/isv/mark/8.htm">International Standard Version</a> They answered him, "Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, and still others one of the prophets." <a href="/msb/mark/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> They replied, ?Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, one of the prophets.? <a href="/net/mark/8.htm">NET Bible</a> They said, "John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and still others, one of the prophets." <a href="/nheb/mark/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And they said to him, saying, "John the Baptist, and others say Elijah, but others: one of the prophets." <a href="/wbt/mark/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And they answered, John the Baptist: but some say, Elijah; and others, One of the prophets, <a href="/wey/mark/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "John the Baptist," they replied, "but others say Elijah, and others, that it is one of the Prophets." <a href="/web/mark/8.htm">World English Bible</a> They told him, “John the Baptizer, and others say Elijah, but others, one of the prophets.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And they answered, “John the Immerser, and others Elijah, but others one of the prophets.” <a href="/blb/mark/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And they answered Him, saying, "John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets." <a href="/ylt/mark/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And they answered, 'John the Baptist, and others Elijah, but others one of the prophets.' <a href="/slt/mark/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And they answered, John the Immerser: and some, Elias; and others, One of the prophets.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Who answered him, saying: John the Baptist; but some Elias, and others as one of the prophets. <a href="/cpdv/mark/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And they answered him by saying: “John the Baptist, others Elijah, still others perhaps one of the prophets.” <a href="/nabre/mark/8.htm">New American Bible</a> They said in reply, “John the Baptist, others Elijah, still others one of the prophets.” <a href="/nrsvce/mark/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> And they answered him, “John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; and still others, one of the prophets.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> They said, John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; and yet others, One of the prophets. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/8.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Some said, “Yohannan the Baptizer”, and others “Elijah” and others, “One of The Prophets.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/8.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> They answered: John the Immerser; and others, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets. <a href="/godbey/mark/8.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And they answered Him saying, John the Baptist: and others, Elijah; and others, One of the prophets. <a href="/haweis/mark/8.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And they answered, John the Baptist: others say, Elias; and others, One of the prophets. <a href="/mace/mark/8.htm">Mace New Testament</a> they answered, some say you are John the Baptist; others, Elias; and others, one of the prophets. <a href="/wey/mark/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "John the Baptist," they replied, "but others say Elijah, and others, that it is one of the Prophets." <a href="/worrell/mark/8.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And they told Him, saying, 'John the Immerser;' and others, 'Elijah;' but others, 'One of the prophets.'" <a href="/worsley/mark/8.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And they answered, Some say, John the baptist; and others, Elias; and others, One of the prophets. <a href="/parallel/mark/8-28.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=2595" 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/8.htm">Peter's Confession of Christ</a> 27Then Jesus and His disciples went on to the villages around Caesarea Philippi. On the way, He questioned His disciples: “Who do people say I am?” 28<a href="/greek/2036.htm" title="2036: eipan (V-AIA-3P) -- Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.">They replied,</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autō (PPro-DM3S) -- 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/3004.htm" title="3004: legontes (V-PPA-NMP) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. "></a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because."></a> <a href="/greek/2491.htm" title="2491: Iōannēn (N-AMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites.">“Some say John</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/910.htm" title="910: Baptistēn (N-AMS) -- From baptizo; a baptizer, as an epithet of Christ's forerunner.">Baptist;</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc."></a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: Hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/243.htm" title="243: alloi (Adj-NMP) -- Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; else, i.e. Different.">others say</a> <a href="/greek/2243.htm" title="2243: Ēlian (N-AMS) -- Elijah, the prophet. Of Hebrew origin; Helias, an Israelite.">Elijah;</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">and still</a> <a href="/greek/243.htm" title="243: alloi (Adj-NMP) -- Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; else, i.e. Different.">others,</a> <a href="/greek/3754.htm" title="3754: hoti (Conj) -- Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because."></a> <a href="/greek/1520.htm" title="1520: heis (Adj-NMS) -- One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.">one</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of the</a> <a href="/greek/4396.htm" title="4396: prophētōn (N-GMP) -- From a compound of pro and phemi; a foreteller; by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet.">prophets.”</a> 29“But what about you?” Jesus asked. “Who do you say I am?” Peter answered, “You are the Christ.”…<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/16-14.htm">Matthew 16:14</a> They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” <a href="/luke/9-19.htm">Luke 9:19</a> They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, that a prophet of old has arisen.” <a href="/john/1-21.htm">John 1:21</a> “Then who are you?” they inquired. “Are you Elijah?” He said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” He answered, “No.” <a href="/matthew/14-2.htm">Matthew 14:2</a> and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” <a href="/matthew/17-10.htm">Matthew 17:10-13</a> The disciples asked Him, “Why then do the scribes say that Elijah must come first?” / Jesus replied, “Elijah does indeed come, and he will restore all things. / But I tell you that Elijah has already come, and they did not recognize him, but have done to him whatever they wished. In the same way, the Son of Man will suffer at their hands.” ... <a href="/malachi/4-5.htm">Malachi 4:5</a> Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and awesome Day of the LORD. <a href="/john/6-14.htm">John 6:14</a> When the people saw the sign that Jesus had performed, they began to say, “Truly this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.” <a href="/john/7-40.htm">John 7:40-41</a> On hearing these words, some of the people said, “This is truly the Prophet.” / Others declared, “This is the Christ.” But still others asked, “How can the Christ come from Galilee? <a href="/matthew/11-14.htm">Matthew 11:14</a> And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come. <a href="/2_kings/2-11.htm">2 Kings 2:11-12</a> As they were walking along and talking together, suddenly a chariot of fire with horses of fire appeared and separated the two of them, and Elijah went up into heaven in a whirlwind. / As Elisha watched, he cried out, “My father, my father, the chariots and horsemen of Israel!” And he saw Elijah no more. So taking hold of his own clothes, he tore them in two. <a href="/2_kings/1-8.htm">2 Kings 1:8</a> “He was a hairy man,” they answered, “with a leather belt around his waist.” “It was Elijah the Tishbite,” said the king. <a href="/deuteronomy/18-15.htm">Deuteronomy 18:15</a> The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers. You must listen to him. <a href="/isaiah/40-3.htm">Isaiah 40:3</a> A voice of one calling: “Prepare the way for the LORD in the wilderness; make a straight highway for our God in the desert. <a href="/john/1-25.htm">John 1:25</a> asked him, “Why then do you baptize, if you are not the Christ, nor Elijah, nor the Prophet?” <a href="/john/1-23.htm">John 1:23</a> John replied in the words of Isaiah the prophet: “I am a voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Make straight the way for the Lord.’”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And they answered, John the Baptist; but some say, Elias; and others, One of the prophets.John.<a href="/mark/6-14.htm">Mark 6:14-16</a> And king Herod heard of him; (for his name was spread abroad:) and he said, That John the Baptist was risen from the dead, and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him… <a href="/matthew/14-2.htm">Matthew 14:2</a> And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him.<a href="/matthew/16-14.htm">Matthew 16:14</a> And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets.Elias.<a href="/mark/9-11.htm">Mark 9:11-13</a> And they asked him, saying, Why say the scribes that Elias must first come? … <a href="/malachi/4-5.htm">Malachi 4:5</a> Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD:Elijah.<a href="/john/1-21.htm">John 1:21</a> And they asked him, What then? Art thou Elias? And he saith, I am not. Art thou that prophet? And he answered, No.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/6-25.htm">Baptist</a> <a href="/mark/6-25.htm">Baptizer</a> <a href="/mark/6-15.htm">Elias</a> <a href="/mark/6-15.htm">Elijah</a> <a href="/mark/6-15.htm">Eli'jah</a> <a href="/mark/6-27.htm">John</a> <a href="/mark/6-15.htm">Others</a> <a href="/mark/6-15.htm">Prophets</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/7-20.htm">Baptist</a> <a href="/luke/7-20.htm">Baptizer</a> <a href="/mark/9-4.htm">Elias</a> <a href="/mark/9-4.htm">Elijah</a> <a href="/mark/9-4.htm">Eli'jah</a> <a href="/mark/9-2.htm">John</a> <a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Others</a> <a href="/mark/13-22.htm">Prophets</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 8</div>1. <a href="/mark/8-1.htm">Jesus feeds the people miraculously;</a> 10. <a href="/mark/8-10.htm">refuses to give a sign to the Pharisees;</a> 14. <a href="/mark/8-14.htm">admonishes his disciples to beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Herod;</a> 22. <a href="/mark/8-22.htm">gives a blind man his sight;</a> 27. <a href="/mark/8-27.htm">acknowledges that he is the Jesus who should suffer and rise again;</a> 34. <a href="/mark/8-34.htm">and exhorts to patience in persecution for the profession of the gospel.</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> <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> </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/8.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/8.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>They replied, This phrase indicates a response from the disciples to Jesus' question about who people say He is. It reflects the collective understanding and perception of the crowds who have been witnessing Jesus' ministry. The disciples serve as intermediaries, conveying the public opinion to Jesus.“Some say John the Baptist; John the Baptist was a well-known prophetic figure who had a significant following and was known for his call to repentance and baptism. His execution by Herod Antipas was a recent event, and some people believed that Jesus was John resurrected. This reflects the high regard and impact John had on the people, as well as the expectation of a prophetic figure who would prepare the way for the Messiah.others say Elijah; Elijah was a major prophet in Israel's history, known for his miracles and confrontation with the prophets of Baal. According to <a href="/malachi/4-5.htm">Malachi 4:5</a>, Elijah was expected to return before the "great and dreadful day of the LORD." This expectation was deeply rooted in Jewish eschatology, and some believed Jesus was fulfilling this role due to His miraculous works and authoritative teaching.and still others, one of the prophets.” This reflects the belief that Jesus was a continuation of the prophetic tradition in Israel. Prophets were seen as God's messengers, and Jesus' actions and teachings aligned with this role. The reference to "one of the prophets" indicates a recognition of Jesus' authority and divine mission, though not necessarily an understanding of His full identity as the Messiah. This perception aligns with <a href="/deuteronomy/18-15.htm">Deuteronomy 18:15</a>, where Moses speaks of a prophet like him whom God would raise up.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> Central figure in the Gospel of Mark, whose identity and mission are being explored in this passage. 2. <a href="/topical/d/disciples.htm">Disciples</a> Followers of Jesus who are reporting the various opinions of the people regarding Jesus' identity. 3. <a href="/topical/j/john_the_baptist.htm">John the Baptist</a> A prophet who prepared the way for Jesus, known for his call to repentance and baptism. 4. <a href="/topical/e/elijah.htm">Elijah</a> An Old Testament prophet known for his powerful miracles and expected to return before the Messiah. 5. <a href="/topical/p/prophets.htm">Prophets</a> Messengers of God in the Old Testament who conveyed God's word to the people.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/u/understanding_jesus'_identity.htm">Understanding Jesus' Identity</a> The passage highlights the varied perceptions of Jesus' identity, emphasizing the importance of understanding who Jesus truly is. <a href="/topical/p/prophetic_expectations.htm">Prophetic Expectations</a> The mention of Elijah and the prophets reflects the Jewish expectation of a messianic figure, reminding us of the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies in Jesus. <a href="/topical/p/personal_reflection_on_jesus.htm">Personal Reflection on Jesus</a> Just as the disciples were asked about public opinion, we are challenged to consider our personal understanding and relationship with Jesus. <a href="/topical/r/role_of_prophets.htm">Role of Prophets</a> The reference to prophets underscores the continuity of God's revelation from the Old Testament to the New Testament, encouraging us to study the whole counsel of God. <a href="/topical/d/discerning_truth_in_a_confused_world.htm">Discerning Truth in a Confused World</a> The varied opinions about Jesus remind us of the need for discernment and reliance on Scripture to understand spiritual truths.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 8</a> <a href="/q/how_are_god's_thoughts_superior.htm">Why did Jesus undergo baptism by John?</a> <a href="/q/key_events_in_jesus'_third_year.htm">What events marked Jesus' third year of ministry?</a> <a href="/q/how_are_john_the_baptist_and_elijah_linked.htm">What is the connection between John the Baptist and Elijah?</a> <a href="/q/why_is_john_the_baptist_greatest.htm">Why is John the Baptist considered the greatest?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/mark/8-28.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>They answered, εἶπαν (eipan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2036.htm">Strong's 2036: </a> Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say. “[Some say] John Ἰωάννην (Iōannēn) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2491.htm">Strong's 2491: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites. 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. Baptist; Βαπτιστήν (Baptistēn) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_910.htm">Strong's 910: </a> From baptizo; a baptizer, as an epithet of Christ's forerunner. others [say] ἄλλοι (alloi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_243.htm">Strong's 243: </a> Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different. Elijah; Ἠλίαν (Ēlian) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2243.htm">Strong's 2243: </a> Elijah, the prophet. Of Hebrew origin; Helias, an Israelite. and still δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. others [say You are] ἄλλοι (alloi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_243.htm">Strong's 243: </a> Other, another (of more than two), different. A primary word; 'else, ' i.e. Different. one εἷς (heis) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1520.htm">Strong's 1520: </a> One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. of the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Masculine Plural <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. prophets.” προφητῶν (prophētōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4396.htm">Strong's 4396: </a> From a compound of pro and phemi; a foreteller; by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/8-28.htm">Mark 8:28 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/8-28.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 8:28 They told him John the Baptizer (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/8-27.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 8:27"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 8:27" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/8-29.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 8:29"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 8:29" /></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>