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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/mark/1.htm">New International Version</a> At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/nlt/mark/1.htm">New Living Translation</a> One day Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee, and John baptized him in the Jordan River. <a href="/esv/mark/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/bsb/mark/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/blb/mark/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And it came to pass in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized in the Jordan by John. <a href="/kjv/mark/1.htm">King James Bible</a> And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan. <a href="/nkjv/mark/1.htm">New King James Version</a> It came to pass in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/nasb_/mark/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/nasb/mark/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/nasb77/mark/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And it came about in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/lsb/mark/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Now it happened that in those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/amp/mark/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/csb/mark/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized in the Jordan by John. <a href="/hcsb/mark/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized in the Jordan by John. <a href="/asv/mark/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in the Jordan. <a href="/cev/mark/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> About that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee, and John baptized him in the Jordan River. <a href="/erv/mark/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in the Jordan. <a href="/gwt/mark/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan River. <a href="/gnt/mark/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> Not long afterward Jesus came from Nazareth in the province of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/isv/mark/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/msb/mark/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/net/mark/1.htm">NET Bible</a> Now in those days Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan River. <a href="/nheb/mark/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> And it happened in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/wbt/mark/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth to Galilee, and was baptized by John in Jordan. <a href="/wey/mark/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan; <a href="/web/mark/1.htm">World English Bible</a> In those days, Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And it came to pass in those days, Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was immersed by John in the Jordan; <a href="/blb/mark/1.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And it came to pass in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized in the Jordan by John. <a href="/ylt/mark/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And it came to pass in those days, Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John at the Jordan; <a href="/slt/mark/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And it was in those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was immersed by John in Jordan.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And it came to pass, in those days, Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/cpdv/mark/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And it happened that, in those days, Jesus arrived from Nazareth of Galilee. And he was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/nabre/mark/1.htm">New American Bible</a> It happened in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized in the Jordan by John. <a href="/nrsvce/mark/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And it came to pass in those days, Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized in the Jordan by John. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/1.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And it was in those days; Yeshua came from Nazareth of Galilee and was immersed in the Jordan by Yohannan.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/1.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was immersed by John in the Jordan. <a href="/godbey/mark/1.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And it came to pass in those days, Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in the Jordan. <a href="/haweis/mark/1.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And it came to pass in those days, Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee, and was baptised of John in Jordan. <a href="/mace/mark/1.htm">Mace New Testament</a> At that time Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in Jordan. <a href="/wey/mark/1.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan; <a href="/worrell/mark/1.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And it came to pass in those days that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was immersed by John into the Jordan. <a href="/worsley/mark/1.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And in those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized by John in Jordan: <a href="/parallel/mark/1-9.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=66" 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/1.htm">The Baptism of Jesus</a> 8I baptize you with water, but He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.” 9<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: egeneto (V-AIM-3S) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude."></a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">In</a> <a href="/greek/1565.htm" title="1565: ekeinais (DPro-DFP) -- That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.">those</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tais (Art-DFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2250.htm" title="2250: hēmerais (N-DFP) -- A day, the period from sunrise to sunset. ">days</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsous (N-NMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">Jesus</a> <a href="/greek/2064.htm" title="2064: ēlthen (V-AIA-3S) -- To come, go. ">came</a> <a href="/greek/575.htm" title="575: apo (Prep) -- From, away from. A primary particle; off, i.e. Away, in various senses.">from</a> <a href="/greek/3478.htm" title="3478: Nazaret (N-GFS) -- Or Nazaret nad-zar-et'; of uncertain derivation; Nazareth or Nazaret, a place in Palestine.">Nazareth</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1056.htm" title="1056: Galilaias (N-GFS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Galiloea, a region of Palestine.">in Galilee</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/907.htm" title="907: ebaptisthē (V-AIP-3S) -- Lit: I dip, submerge, but specifically of ceremonial dipping; I baptize. ">was baptized</a> <a href="/greek/5259.htm" title="5259: hypo (Prep) -- A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when).">by</a> <a href="/greek/2491.htm" title="2491: Iōannou (N-GMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites.">John</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.">in</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/2446.htm" title="2446: Iordanēn (N-AMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; the Jordanes, a river of Palestine.">Jordan.</a> 10As soon as Jesus came up out of the water, He saw the heavens breaking open and the Spirit descending on Him like a dove.…<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/3-13.htm">Matthew 3:13-17</a> At that time Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. / But John tried to prevent Him, saying, “I need to be baptized by You, and do You come to me?” / “Let it be so now,” Jesus replied. “It is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness in this way.” Then John permitted Him. ... <a href="/luke/3-21.htm">Luke 3:21-22</a> When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as He was praying, heaven was opened, / and the Holy Spirit descended on Him in a bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: “You are My beloved Son; in You I am well pleased.” <a href="/john/1-29.htm">John 1:29-34</a> The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! / This is He of whom I said, ‘A man who comes after me has surpassed me because He was before me.’ / I myself did not know Him, but the reason I came baptizing with water was that He might be revealed to Israel.” ... <a href="/isaiah/42-1.htm">Isaiah 42:1</a> “Here is My Servant, whom I uphold, My Chosen One, in whom My soul delights. I will put My Spirit on Him, and He will bring justice to the nations. <a href="/psalms/2-7.htm">Psalm 2:7</a> I will proclaim the decree spoken to Me by the LORD: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father. <a href="/acts/10-37.htm">Acts 10:37-38</a> You yourselves know what has happened throughout Judea, beginning in Galilee with the baptism that John proclaimed: / how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him. <a href="/romans/6-3.htm">Romans 6:3-4</a> Or aren’t you aware that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? / We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may walk in newness of life. <a href="/galatians/3-27.htm">Galatians 3:27</a> For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. <a href="/1_peter/3-21.htm">1 Peter 3:21</a> And this water symbolizes the baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body, but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God—through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, <a href="/2_corinthians/5-21.htm">2 Corinthians 5:21</a> God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. <a href="/philippians/2-7.htm">Philippians 2:7-8</a> but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. / And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross. <a href="/hebrews/2-14.htm">Hebrews 2:14-17</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, / and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. / For surely it is not the angels He helps, but the descendants of Abraham. ... <a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a> The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. <a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1</a> The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, <a href="/genesis/49-10.htm">Genesis 49:10</a> The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the staff from between his feet, until Shiloh comes and the allegiance of the nations is his.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan.that.<a href="/matthew/3-13.htm">Matthew 3:13-15</a> Then cometh Jesus from Galilee to Jordan unto John, to be baptized of him… <a href="/luke/3-21.htm">Luke 3:21</a> Now when all the people were baptized, it came to pass, that Jesus also being baptized, and praying, the heaven was opened,<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/1-8.htm">Baptised</a> <a href="/mark/1-8.htm">Baptism</a> <a href="/mark/1-8.htm">Baptized</a> <a href="/matthew/28-16.htm">Galilee</a> <a href="/mark/1-1.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/1-6.htm">John</a> <a href="/mark/1-5.htm">Jordan</a> <a href="/matthew/26-71.htm">Nazareth</a> <a href="/matthew/28-15.htm">Time</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/10-38.htm">Baptised</a> <a href="/mark/10-38.htm">Baptism</a> <a href="/mark/10-38.htm">Baptized</a> <a href="/mark/1-14.htm">Galilee</a> <a href="/mark/1-10.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/mark/1-14.htm">John</a> <a href="/mark/3-8.htm">Jordan</a> <a href="/mark/1-24.htm">Nazareth</a> <a href="/mark/1-15.htm">Time</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 1</div>1. <a href="/mark/1-1.htm">The office of John the Baptist.</a> 9. <a href="/mark/1-9.htm">Jesus is baptized;</a> 12. <a href="/mark/1-12.htm">tempted;</a> 14. <a href="/mark/1-14.htm">he preaches;</a> 16. <a href="/mark/1-16.htm">calls Peter, Andrew, James, and John;</a> 23. <a href="/mark/1-23.htm">heals one that had a demon;</a> 29. <a href="/mark/1-29.htm">Peter's mother in law;</a> 32. <a href="/mark/1-32.htm">many diseased persons;</a> 40. <a href="/mark/1-40.htm">and cleanses the leper.</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/1.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/1.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>In those days This phrase situates the event within a specific time frame, referring to the period when John the Baptist was actively preaching and baptizing in the wilderness. It connects to the prophetic fulfillment of <a href="/isaiah/40-3.htm">Isaiah 40:3</a>, where a voice cries out in the wilderness to prepare the way for the Lord. This was a time of great expectation among the Jewish people for the coming of the Messiah.Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee Nazareth was a small, seemingly insignificant town in the region of Galilee. This fulfills the prophecy that the Messiah would be called a Nazarene (<a href="/matthew/2-23.htm">Matthew 2:23</a>). Galilee was a region often looked down upon by Judeans, yet it was here that Jesus spent much of His early life, emphasizing His humble beginnings and connection to the common people. This also highlights the fulfillment of <a href="/isaiah/9.htm">Isaiah 9:1-2</a>, which speaks of a great light coming from Galilee.and was baptized by John John the Baptist's role was to prepare the way for the Messiah, calling people to repentance. Jesus' baptism by John, despite being sinless, signifies His identification with humanity and His willingness to fulfill all righteousness (<a href="/matthew/3-15.htm">Matthew 3:15</a>). It marks the beginning of His public ministry and serves as a model for Christian baptism, symbolizing repentance and the washing away of sins.in the Jordan The Jordan River holds significant historical and spiritual importance in Israel's history. It was the site where the Israelites crossed into the Promised Land (<a href="/joshua/3-14.htm">Joshua 3:14-17</a>) and where Elijah was taken up to heaven (<a href="/2_kings/2-8.htm">2 Kings 2:8-11</a>). By being baptized in the Jordan, Jesus connects His ministry to these pivotal moments in Israel's history, symbolizing a new beginning and the fulfillment of God's promises.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure of Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and the Messiah. In this passage, He begins His public ministry. 2. <a href="/topical/n/nazareth.htm">Nazareth</a> A small town in Galilee where Jesus grew up. It was considered insignificant by many, yet it was the place from which the Savior emerged. 3. <a href="/topical/g/galilee.htm">Galilee</a> A region in northern Israel, known for its diverse population and as the setting for much of Jesus' ministry. 4. <a href="/topical/j/john_the_baptist.htm">John the Baptist</a> A prophet who preached repentance and baptized people in preparation for the coming Messiah. He is the one who baptizes Jesus in this passage. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_jordan_river.htm">The Jordan River</a> A significant river in Israel where many pivotal biblical events occurred, including the baptism of Jesus, symbolizing purification and the beginning of His ministry.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_humility_of_jesus.htm">The Humility of Jesus</a> Jesus, though sinless, submitted to baptism, demonstrating humility and obedience to God's plan. We are called to follow His example of humility in our own lives. <a href="/topical/t/the_significance_of_baptism.htm">The Significance of Baptism</a> Baptism is a public declaration of faith and repentance. It symbolizes purification and the beginning of a new life in Christ. Believers are encouraged to view baptism as an essential step in their spiritual journey. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_preparation.htm">The Role of Preparation</a> Just as John prepared the way for Jesus, we are called to prepare our hearts and lives for Christ's work in us. This involves repentance and a commitment to follow Him. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_place.htm">The Importance of Place</a> Jesus' emergence from Nazareth, a humble and overlooked place, reminds us that God often works through unexpected and humble beginnings. We should not despise small beginnings in our own lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 1</a> <a href="/q/where_was_jesus_3_days_post-baptism.htm">Where was Jesus three days post-baptism? After being driven to the wilderness for 40 days, he selected disciples and attended a wedding in Cana, Galilee.</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_arrogance.htm">In what location was Jesus baptized?</a> <a href="/q/in_what_location_was_jesus_baptized.htm">In what location was Jesus baptized?</a> <a href="/q/why_does_john_skip_key_gospel_events.htm">Why does John omit key events like Jesus' baptism and transfiguration found in other Gospels?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/mark/1.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9) And it came to pass.--See Note on <a href="/matthew/3-13.htm" title="Then comes Jesus from Galilee to Jordan to John, to be baptized of him.">Matthew 3:13</a>. St. Mark adds "from Nazareth" to St. Matthew's more general statement, "from Galilee." <a href="/commentaries/mark/1-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>In ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. those ἐκείναις (ekeinais) Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1565.htm">Strong's 1565: </a> That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed. days ἡμέραις (hēmerais) Noun - Dative Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2250.htm">Strong's 2250: </a> A day, the period from sunrise to sunset. Jesus Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. came ἦλθεν (ēlthen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2064.htm">Strong's 2064: </a> To come, go. from ἀπὸ (apo) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_575.htm">Strong's 575: </a> From, away from. A primary particle; 'off, ' i.e. Away, in various senses. Nazareth Ναζαρὲτ (Nazaret) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3478.htm">Strong's 3478: </a> Or Nazaret nad-zar-et'; of uncertain derivation; Nazareth or Nazaret, a place in Palestine. in Galilee Γαλιλαίας (Galilaias) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1056.htm">Strong's 1056: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Galiloea, a region of Palestine. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. was baptized ἐβαπτίσθη (ebaptisthē) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_907.htm">Strong's 907: </a> Lit: I dip, submerge, but specifically of ceremonial dipping; I baptize. by ὑπὸ (hypo) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_5259.htm">Strong's 5259: </a> A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when). John Ἰωάννου (Iōannou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2491.htm">Strong's 2491: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Joannes, the name of four Israelites. in εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. 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. Jordan. Ἰορδάνην (Iordanēn) Noun - Accusative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2446.htm">Strong's 2446: </a> Of Hebrew origin; the Jordanes, a river of Palestine. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/1-9.htm">Mark 1:9 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/1-9.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 1:9 It happened in those days that Jesus (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/1-8.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 1:8"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 1:8" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/1-10.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 1:10"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 1:10" /></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>