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<a href="/nlt/mark/14.htm">New Living Translation</a> Some of those at the table were indignant. “Why waste such expensive perfume?” they asked. <a href="/esv/mark/14.htm">English Standard Version</a> There were some who said to themselves indignantly, “Why was the ointment wasted like that? <a href="/bsb/mark/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Some of those present, however, expressed their indignation to one another: “Why this waste of perfume? <a href="/blb/mark/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And some were indignant within themselves: "Why has this the waste of the fragrant oil been made? <a href="/kjv/mark/14.htm">King James Bible</a> And there were some that had indignation within themselves, and said, Why was this waste of the ointment made? <a href="/nkjv/mark/14.htm">New King James Version</a> But there were some who were indignant among themselves, and said, “Why was this fragrant oil wasted? <a href="/nasb_/mark/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> But there were some indignantly remarking to one another, “Why has this perfume been wasted? <a href="/nasb/mark/14.htm">NASB 1995</a> But some were indignantly remarking to one another, &#8220Why has this perfume been wasted? <a href="/nasb77/mark/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a> But some were indignantly remarking to one another, “Why has this perfume been wasted? <a href="/lsb/mark/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> But some were indignantly remarking to one another, “Why has this perfume been wasted? <a href="/amp/mark/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a> But there were some who were indignantly remarking to one another, “Why has this perfume been wasted? <a href="/csb/mark/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> But some were expressing indignation to one another: “Why has this perfume been wasted? <a href="/hcsb/mark/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But some were expressing indignation to one another: &#8220Why has this fragrant oil been wasted? <a href="/asv/mark/14.htm">American Standard Version</a> But there were some that had indignation among themselves, saying, To what purpose hath this waste of the ointment been made? <a href="/cev/mark/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> This made some of the guests angry, and they complained, "Why such a waste? <a href="/erv/mark/14.htm">English Revised Version</a> But there were some that had indignation among themselves, saying, To what purpose hath this waste of the ointment been made? <a href="/gwt/mark/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Some who were there were irritated and said to one another, "Why was the perfume wasted like this? <a href="/gnt/mark/14.htm">Good News Translation</a> Some of the people there became angry and said to one another, "What was the use of wasting the perfume? <a href="/isv/mark/14.htm">International Standard Version</a> Irritated, some who were there asked one another, "Why was the perfume wasted like this? <a href="/msb/mark/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Some of those present, however, expressed their indignation to one another: ?Why this waste of perfume? <a href="/net/mark/14.htm">NET Bible</a> But some who were present indignantly said to one another, "Why this waste of expensive ointment? <a href="/nheb/mark/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> But there were some who were indignant among themselves, and saying, "Why has this ointment been wasted? <a href="/wbt/mark/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And there were some that had indignation within themselves, and said, Why was this waste of the ointment made? <a href="/wey/mark/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> But there were some who said indignantly among themselves, "Why has the ointment been thus wasted? <a href="/web/mark/14.htm">World English Bible</a> But there were some who were indignant among themselves, saying, “Why has this ointment been wasted? <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and there were certain much displeased within themselves, and saying, “For what has this waste of the ointment been made? <a href="/blb/mark/14.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And some were indignant within themselves: "Why has this the waste of the fragrant oil been made? <a href="/ylt/mark/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and there were certain much displeased within themselves, and saying, 'For what hath this waste of the ointment been made? <a href="/slt/mark/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And there were some displeased in themselves, and saying, For what has been the loss of this perfumed oil?<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Now there were some that had indignation within themselves, and said: Why was this waste of the ointment made? <a href="/cpdv/mark/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But there were some who became indignant within themselves and who were saying: “What is the reason for this waste of the ointment? <a href="/nabre/mark/14.htm">New American Bible</a> There were some who were indignant. “Why has there been this waste of perfumed oil? <a href="/nrsvce/mark/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> But some were there who said to one another in anger, “Why was the ointment wasted in this way?<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> But there were some men of the disciples who were displeased within themselves, and said, Why was this perfume wasted? <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/14.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But there were some of the disciples who were displeased within themselves and they said, “Why the loss of this ointment?”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/14.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And some of them were displeased within themselves, and said: For what purpose was this waste of the ointment? <a href="/godbey/mark/14.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And there were certain ones indulging in indignation among themselves (and saying), For what was this loss of the myrrh? <a href="/haweis/mark/14.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And there were some who felt indignation within themselves, saying, Wherefore is this waste of the ointment made? <a href="/mace/mark/14.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but some had a secret indignation, and said, why must the perfume be so wasted? <a href="/wey/mark/14.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> But there were some who said indignantly among themselves, "Why has the ointment been thus wasted? <a href="/worrell/mark/14.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> But there were some who were much displeased among themselves, saying, "To what purpose has this waste of the ointment been made? <a href="/worsley/mark/14.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And there were some provoked at it and said, Why was this waste made of the ointment? <a href="/parallel/mark/14-4.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=4638" 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/14.htm">Jesus Anointed at Bethany</a> 3While Jesus was in Bethany reclining at the table in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke open the jar and poured it on Jesus’ head. 4<a href="/greek/5100.htm" title="5100: tines (IPro-NMP) -- Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object.">Some of</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: Ēsan (V-IIA-3P) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">those present,</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">however,</a> <a href="/greek/23.htm" title="23: aganaktountes (V-PPA-NMP) -- To be angry, incensed. From agan and achthos; to be greatly afflicted, i.e. indignant.">expressed their indignation</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to</a> <a href="/greek/1438.htm" title="1438: heautous (RefPro-AM3P) -- Himself, herself, itself. ">one another:</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.">“Why</a> <a href="/greek/5101.htm" title="5101: ti (IPro-ANS) -- Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what."></a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: hautē (DPro-NFS) -- This; he, she, it. ">this</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/684.htm" title="684: apōleia (N-NFS) -- Destruction, ruin, loss, perishing; eternal ruin. From a presumed derivative of apollumi; ruin or loss.">waste</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of</a> <a href="/greek/3464.htm" title="3464: myrou (N-GNS) -- Anointing-oil, ointment. Probably of foreign origin; myrrh, i.e. perfumed oil.">perfume?</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: gegonen (V-RIA-3S) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude."></a> 5It could have been sold for over three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor.” And they scolded her.…<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="/john/12-4.htm">John 12:4-6</a> But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, who was going to betray Him, asked, / “Why wasn’t this perfume sold for three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor?” / Judas did not say this because he cared about the poor, but because he was a thief. As keeper of the money bag, he used to take from what was put into it. <a href="/matthew/26-8.htm">Matthew 26:8-9</a> When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, “Why this waste? / This perfume could have been sold at a high price, and the money given to the poor.” <a href="/luke/22-3.htm">Luke 22:3-6</a> Then Satan entered Judas Iscariot, who was one of the Twelve. / And Judas went to discuss with the chief priests and temple officers how he might betray Jesus to them. / They were delighted and agreed to give him money. ... <a href="/john/13-29.htm">John 13:29</a> Since Judas kept the money bag, some thought that Jesus was telling him to buy what was needed for the feast, or to give something to the poor. <a href="/matthew/20-24.htm">Matthew 20:24</a> When the ten heard about this, they were indignant with the two brothers. <a href="/luke/9-46.htm">Luke 9:46-48</a> Then an argument started among the disciples as to which of them would be the greatest. / But Jesus, knowing the thoughts of their hearts, had a little child stand beside Him. / And He said to them, “Whoever welcomes this little child in My name welcomes Me, and whoever welcomes Me welcomes the One who sent Me. For whoever is the least among all of you, he is the greatest.” <a href="/john/6-70.htm">John 6:70-71</a> Jesus answered them, “Have I not chosen you, the Twelve? Yet one of you is a devil!” / He was speaking about Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot. For although Judas was one of the Twelve, he was later to betray Jesus. <a href="/matthew/19-21.htm">Matthew 19:21</a> Jesus told him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.” <a href="/luke/16-14.htm">Luke 16:14</a> The Pharisees, who were lovers of money, heard all of this and were scoffing at Jesus. <a href="/john/11-57.htm">John 11:57</a> But the chief priests and Pharisees had given orders that anyone who knew where He was must report it, so that they could arrest Him. <a href="/matthew/18-1.htm">Matthew 18:1-4</a> At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who then is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” / Jesus invited a little child to stand among them. / “Truly I tell you,” He said, “unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. ... <a href="/luke/10-40.htm">Luke 10:40-42</a> But Martha was distracted by all the preparations to be made. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her to help me!” / “Martha, Martha,” the Lord replied, “you are worried and upset about many things. / But only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, and it will not be taken away from her.” <a href="/john/2-15.htm">John 2:15-16</a> So He made a whip out of cords and drove all from the temple courts, both sheep and cattle. He poured out the coins of the money changers and overturned their tables. / To those selling doves He said, “Get these out of here! How dare you turn My Father’s house into a marketplace!” <a href="/matthew/25-35.htm">Matthew 25:35-40</a> For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in, / I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’ / Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink? ... <a href="/luke/12-15.htm">Luke 12:15</a> And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And there were some that had indignation within themselves, and said, Why was this waste of the ointment made?there.<a href="/ecclesiastes/4-4.htm">Ecclesiastes 4:4</a> Again, I considered all travail, and every right work, that for this a man is envied of his neighbour. This is also vanity and vexation of spirit.<a href="/matthew/26-8.htm">Matthew 26:8,9</a> But when his disciples saw it, they had indignation, saying, To what purpose is this waste? … <a href="/john/12-4.htm">John 12:4,5</a> Then saith one of his disciples, Judas Iscariot, Simon's son, which should betray him, … Why.<a href="/ecclesiastes/5-4.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:4-8</a> When thou vowest a vow unto God, defer not to pay it; for he hath no pleasure in fools: pay that which thou hast vowed… <a href="/malachi/1-12.htm">Malachi 1:12,13</a> But ye have profaned it, in that ye say, The table of the LORD is polluted; and the fruit thereof, even his meat, is contemptible… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/10-41.htm">Angry</a> <a href="/mark/10-41.htm">Indignant</a> <a href="/matthew/26-8.htm">Indignantly</a> <a href="/mark/10-41.htm">Indignation</a> <a href="/mark/6-13.htm">Oil</a> <a href="/mark/14-3.htm">Ointment</a> <a href="/matthew/26-12.htm">Perfume</a> <a href="/mark/13-30.htm">Present</a> <a href="/mark/7-7.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/acts/21-14.htm">Remarking</a> <a href="/mark/12-7.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/mark/7-19.htm">Waste</a> <a href="/zechariah/2-8.htm">Wasted</a> <a href="/mark/9-50.htm">Within</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/14-5.htm">Angry</a> <a href="/luke/13-14.htm">Indignant</a> <a href="/luke/15-2.htm">Indignantly</a> <a href="/luke/13-14.htm">Indignation</a> <a href="/mark/14-8.htm">Oil</a> <a href="/mark/14-5.htm">Ointment</a> <a href="/mark/14-5.htm">Perfume</a> <a href="/luke/2-22.htm">Present</a> <a href="/luke/1-29.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/luke/14-7.htm">Remarking</a> <a href="/mark/15-8.htm">Themselves</a> <a href="/luke/1-80.htm">Waste</a> <a href="/luke/13-7.htm">Wasted</a> <a href="/mark/14-54.htm">Within</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 14</div>1. <a href="/mark/14-1.htm">A conspiracy against Jesus.</a> 3. <a href="/mark/14-3.htm">Expensive perfume is poured on his head by a woman.</a> 10. <a href="/mark/14-10.htm">Judas sells his Master for money.</a> 12. <a href="/mark/14-12.htm">Jesus himself foretells how he will be betrayed by one of his disciples;</a> 22. <a href="/mark/14-22.htm">after the passover prepared, and eaten, institutes his last supper;</a> 26. <a href="/mark/14-26.htm">declares beforehand the flight of all his disciples, and Peter's denial.</a> 43. <a href="/mark/14-43.htm">Judas betrays him with a kiss.</a> 46. <a href="/mark/14-46.htm">Jesus is apprehended in the garden;</a> 53. <a href="/mark/14-53.htm">falsely accused and impiously condemned of the council;</a> 65. <a href="/mark/14-65.htm">shamefully abused by them;</a> 66. <a href="/mark/14-66.htm">and thrice denied by Peter.</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/14.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/14.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Some of those present This phrase refers to individuals who were in the house of Simon the leper in Bethany, where Jesus was dining. The group likely included Jesus' disciples and possibly other followers or residents of Bethany. The setting is significant as Bethany was a place where Jesus often found refuge and support. The presence of "some" indicates that not all shared the same sentiment, highlighting a division in understanding and appreciation of the act that was about to be criticized.however, expressed their indignation to one another The indignation expressed here reflects a common human reaction to perceived wastefulness, especially in a culture where resources were scarce and poverty was prevalent. This reaction can be seen as a misunderstanding of the spiritual significance of the woman's act of anointing Jesus. The disciples, particularly Judas Iscariot as noted in other Gospel accounts, were concerned with practical matters, such as the financial implications of the act. This moment reveals a tension between earthly concerns and spiritual devotion.“Why this waste of perfume? The question posed underscores a lack of understanding of the symbolic act of anointing Jesus. The perfume, identified as costly nard, was a luxury item, often used for anointing the dead, which foreshadows Jesus' impending death and burial. The disciples' reaction contrasts with the woman's act of worship and devotion, which Jesus later commends. This moment invites reflection on the value of sacrificial giving and the recognition of Jesus' worth. The question also echoes themes of stewardship and the use of resources, which are addressed throughout Scripture, such as in the parable of the talents (<a href="/matthew/25-14.htm">Matthew 25:14-30</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> - Central figure in the Gospel of Mark, the Messiah, and the Son of God, who is present at the event. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_woman_with_the_alabaster_jar.htm">The Woman with the Alabaster Jar</a> - Although not named in this verse, she is identified in other Gospels as Mary of Bethany, who anoints Jesus with expensive perfume. 3. <a href="/topical/d/disciples_and_others_present.htm">Disciples and Others Present</a> - Those who witnessed the anointing and expressed indignation at the perceived waste. 4. <a href="/topical/b/bethany.htm">Bethany</a> - The village where this event takes place, located near Jerusalem, often a place of refuge for Jesus. 5. <a href="/topical/a/alabaster_jar_of_perfume.htm">Alabaster Jar of Perfume</a> - A costly item used by the woman to anoint Jesus, symbolizing devotion and sacrifice.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/v/value_of_worship_and_sacrifice.htm">Value of Worship and Sacrifice</a> True worship often involves sacrifice and may not always be understood by others. The woman's act of anointing Jesus was an expression of deep love and devotion, which Jesus commended. <a href="/topical/m/misunderstanding_of_spiritual_acts.htm">Misunderstanding of Spiritual Acts</a> Even well-meaning individuals can misunderstand acts of faith and devotion. The disciples saw waste, but Jesus saw worship. <a href="/topical/p/prioritizing_spiritual_over_material.htm">Prioritizing Spiritual Over Material</a> The disciples' focus on the material value of the perfume contrasts with Jesus' focus on the spiritual significance of the act. Believers are called to prioritize spiritual values over material concerns. <a href="/topical/g/generosity_and_giving.htm">Generosity and Giving</a> The woman's generous act serves as a model for believers to give selflessly and abundantly, trusting that God values the heart behind the gift. <a href="/topical/p/preparation_for_jesus'_burial.htm">Preparation for Jesus' Burial</a> Jesus interprets the anointing as preparation for His burial, highlighting the prophetic nature of the woman's act and reminding believers of the importance of recognizing and participating in God's redemptive plan.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 14</a> <a href="/q/what's_bethlehem's_biblical_role.htm">What was the purpose of Jesus being anointed?</a> <a href="/q/why_does_matthew's_anointing_differ.htm">In Matthew 26:6-13, why does the anointing scene differ from similar accounts in other Gospels regarding the woman's identity and purpose of the act?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_john's_imprisonment_dates.htm">How do we reconcile the chronology of John the Baptist's imprisonment (Matthew 4:12) with differing accounts in other Gospels?</a> <a href="/q/bible's_view_on_aromatherapy.htm">What is the Bible's stance on aromatherapy?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/mark/14.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(4) There were some that had indignation.--Note St. Mark's limitation of the murmurers to "some," as an intermediate stage between St. Matthew's "the disciples" and St. John's naming "Judas."<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 4. - But there were some that had indignation - the word in the original is ἀγανακτοῦντες, ached with vexation - among themselves. St. Mark says, "there were some;" avoiding any more particular mention of them. St. Matthew (<a href="/matthew/26-8.htm">Matthew 26:8</a>) says that the disciples generally had indignation. The murmuring seems to have been general. At length it found a definite expression in Judas Iscariot (see <a href="/john/12-4.htm">John 12:4</a>). <a href="/commentaries/mark/14-4.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>But δέ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. some [of] τινες (tines) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5100.htm">Strong's 5100: </a> Any one, some one, a certain one or thing. An enclitic indefinite pronoun; some or any person or object. those present Ἦσαν (Ēsan) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. expressed their indignation ἀγανακτοῦντες (aganaktountes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_23.htm">Strong's 23: </a> To be angry, incensed. From agan and achthos; to be greatly afflicted, i.e. indignant. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. one another: ἑαυτούς (heautous) Reflexive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1438.htm">Strong's 1438: </a> Himself, herself, itself. “Why 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. this αὕτη (hautē) Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. waste ἀπώλεια (apōleia) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_684.htm">Strong's 684: </a> Destruction, ruin, loss, perishing; eternal ruin. From a presumed derivative of apollumi; ruin or loss. of τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Neuter 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. perfume? μύρου (myrou) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3464.htm">Strong's 3464: </a> Anointing-oil, ointment. 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