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for they were terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/mark/9.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For he wist not what to say; for they were sore afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/mark/9.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />because he did not know what to say, for they were greatly afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/mark/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />For he did not know how to reply; for they became terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/mark/9.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />For he did not know what to answer; for they became terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/mark/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />For he did not know what to answer; for they became terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/mark/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For he did not know what to answer; for they became terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/mark/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />For he did not [really] know what to say because they were terrified [and stunned by the miraculous sight].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/mark/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />because he did not know what to say, since they were terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/mark/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />because he did not know what he should say, since they were terrified. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/mark/9.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For he knew not what to answer; for they became sore afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/mark/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />But Peter and the others were terribly frightened, and he did not know what he was talking about. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/mark/9.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For he wist not what to answer; for they became sore afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/mark/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />(Peter didn't know how to respond. He and the others were terrified.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/mark/9.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />He and the others were so frightened that he did not know what to say. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/mark/9.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />(Peter didn't know how to respond, because they were terrified.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/mark/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For they were all so terrified that Peter did not know what else to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/mark/9.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />(For they were afraid, and he did not know what to say.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/mark/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For he did not know what to answer, for they became very afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/mark/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For he knew not what to say: for they were greatly terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/mark/9.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />For he knew not what to say: they were filled with such awe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/mark/9.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For he didn’t know what to say, for they were very afraid. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/mark/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />for he was not knowing what he might say, for they were greatly afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/mark/9.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />For he did not know what he should say; for they were terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/mark/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> for he was not knowing what he might say, for they were greatly afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/mark/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For he knew not what he said; for they were terrified.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/mark/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />For he knew not what he said: for they were struck with fear. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/mark/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />For he did not know what he was saying. For they were overwhelmed by fear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/mark/9.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />He hardly knew what to say, they were so terrified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/mark/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />He did not know what to say, for they were terrified.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/mark/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For he did not know what he was saying, for they were in fear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/9.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />But he did not know what he was saying, for they were in awe.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/mark/9.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />For he knew not what to say, for they were greatly afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/mark/9.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />for he did not know what he might say; for they were afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/mark/9.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />For he knew not what he should say: for they were very much affrighted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/mark/9.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />for he knew not what he said, they were all so frightned.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/mark/9.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />For he knew not what to say: they were filled with such awe.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/mark/9.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />for he knew not what to answer, for they became much afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/mark/9.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />for he knew not what to say, for they were sore afraid.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/mark/9-6.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=2747" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/mark/9.htm">The Transfiguration</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">5</span>Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” <span class="reftext">6</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">For</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: egenonto (V-AIM-3P) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">they were all</a> <a href="/greek/1630.htm" title="1630: ekphoboi (Adj-NMP) -- Greatly terrified, horrified. From ek and phobos; frightened out of one's wits: sore afraid, exceedingly fear.">so terrified</a> <a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">that</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/1492.htm" title="1492: ēdei (V-LIA-3S) -- To know, remember, appreciate. ">Peter did not know</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.">what else</a> <a href="/greek/611.htm" title="611: apokrithē (V-ASP-3S) -- From apo and krino; to conclude for oneself, i.e. to respond; by Hebraism to begin to speak.">to say.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">7</span>Then a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is My beloved Son. Listen to Him!”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/17-6.htm">Matthew 17:6</a></span><br />When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown in terror.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/9-33.htm">Luke 9:33</a></span><br />As Moses and Elijah were leaving, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/3-6.htm">Exodus 3:6</a></span><br />Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/19-13.htm">1 Kings 19:13</a></span><br />When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Suddenly a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/28-17.htm">Genesis 28:17</a></span><br />And he was afraid and said, “How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God; this is the gate of heaven!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/10-7.htm">Daniel 10:7-9</a></span><br />Only I, Daniel, saw the vision; the men with me did not see it, but a great terror fell upon them, and they ran and hid themselves. / So I was left alone, gazing at this great vision. No strength remained in me; my face grew deathly pale, and I was powerless. / I heard the sound of his words, and as I listened, I fell into a deep sleep, with my face to the ground.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/9-6.htm">Acts 9:6</a></span><br />“Now get up and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/1-17.htm">Revelation 1:17</a></span><br />When I saw Him, I fell at His feet like a dead man. But He placed His right hand on me and said, “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/14-27.htm">Matthew 14:27</a></span><br />But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/6-19.htm">John 6:19-20</a></span><br />When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified. / But Jesus spoke up: “It is I; do not be afraid.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/6-5.htm">Isaiah 6:5</a></span><br />Then I said: “Woe is me, for I am ruined, because I am a man of unclean lips dwelling among a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of Hosts.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/1-28.htm">Ezekiel 1:28</a></span><br />The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/4-14.htm">Job 4:14-16</a></span><br />fear and trembling came over me and made all my bones shudder. / Then a spirit glided past my face, and the hair on my body bristled. / It stood still, but I could not discern its appearance; a form loomed before my eyes, and I heard a whispering voice:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/2-12.htm">Philippians 2:12</a></span><br />Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but now even more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/12-21.htm">Hebrews 12:21</a></span><br />The sight was so terrifying that even Moses said, “I am trembling with fear.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For he knew not what to say; for they were sore afraid.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/mark/16-5.htm">Mark 16:5-8</a></b></br> And entering into the sepulchre, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a long white garment; and they were affrighted… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/daniel/10-15.htm">Daniel 10:15-19</a></b></br> And when he had spoken such words unto me, I set my face toward the ground, and I became dumb… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/1-17.htm">Revelation 1:17</a></b></br> And when I saw him, I fell at his feet as dead. And he laid his right hand upon me, saying unto me, Fear not; I am the first and the last:</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/6-50.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/mark/6-20.htm">Awe</a> <a href="/mark/9-3.htm">Exceedingly</a> <a href="/mark/6-50.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/mark/8-8.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/mark/5-33.htm">Frightened</a> <a href="/mark/8-3.htm">Great</a> <a href="/mark/6-51.htm">Greatly</a> <a href="/mark/6-51.htm">Sore</a> <a href="/mark/6-50.htm">Terrified</a> <a href="/judges/16-20.htm">Wist</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/9-32.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/luke/1-65.htm">Awe</a> <a href="/mark/10-26.htm">Exceedingly</a> <a href="/mark/9-32.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/mark/14-19.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/mark/13-7.htm">Frightened</a> <a href="/mark/9-14.htm">Great</a> <a href="/mark/9-15.htm">Greatly</a> <a href="/mark/9-26.htm">Sore</a> <a href="/mark/16-5.htm">Terrified</a> <a href="/mark/14-40.htm">Wist</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 9</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/9-1.htm">Jesus is transfigured.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/9-11.htm">He instructs his disciples concerning the coming of Elijah;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/9-14.htm">casts forth a deaf and mute spirit;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">30. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/9-30.htm">foretells his death and resurrection;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/9-33.htm">exhorts his disciples to humility;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">38. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/9-38.htm">bidding them not to prohibit such as are not against them, </a></span><br><span class="reftext">42. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/mark/9-42.htm">nor to give offense to any of the faithful.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/mark/9.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/9.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>For they were all so terrified</b><br>The context of this passage is the Transfiguration of Jesus, where Peter, James, and John witness Jesus in His glorified state alongside Moses and Elijah. The disciples' terror is a natural human response to the divine revelation and the overwhelming presence of God's glory. This fear is consistent with other biblical accounts where individuals encounter the divine, such as Moses at the burning bush (<a href="/exodus/3-6.htm">Exodus 3:6</a>) and Isaiah's vision of the Lord (<a href="/isaiah/6-5.htm">Isaiah 6:5</a>). The fear underscores the holiness and majesty of God, which often elicits a profound sense of awe and reverence.<p><b>that Peter did not know what else to say.</b><br>Peter's reaction is impulsive, reflecting his character throughout the Gospels. His suggestion to build three shelters (<a href="/mark/9-5.htm">Mark 9:5</a>) indicates a desire to prolong the experience, yet it also reveals a misunderstanding of the event's significance. This moment is not about establishing earthly tabernacles but about recognizing Jesus' divine nature and His fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets, represented by Moses and Elijah. Peter's confusion and lack of understanding are echoed in other instances, such as when he rebukes Jesus for predicting His death (<a href="/mark/8-32.htm">Mark 8:32-33</a>). This phrase highlights the disciples' ongoing journey of faith and understanding, which will only be fully realized after the resurrection and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost (<a href="/acts/2.htm">Acts 2:1-4</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/peter.htm">Peter</a></b><br>One of Jesus' closest disciples, known for his impulsive nature and strong faith. In this passage, he is overwhelmed by the divine presence during the Transfiguration.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/james_and_john.htm">James and John</a></b><br>The other two disciples present with Peter during the Transfiguration. They, too, are witnesses to this miraculous event.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a></b><br>The central figure of the Transfiguration, revealing His divine glory to the disciples.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_transfiguration.htm">The Transfiguration</a></b><br>A significant event where Jesus is transformed and His divine nature is revealed to Peter, James, and John on a high mountain.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/e/elijah_and_moses.htm">Elijah and Moses</a></b><br>Appearing alongside Jesus during the Transfiguration, representing the Law and the Prophets, affirming Jesus' fulfillment of both.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_fear_of_the_lord.htm">The Fear of the Lord</a></b><br>The disciples' terror highlights the awe-inspiring nature of God's presence. We are reminded to approach God with reverence and humility.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_impulsiveness_of_peter.htm">The Impulsiveness of Peter</a></b><br>Peter's reaction teaches us about the human tendency to speak or act without fully understanding God's work. We should seek discernment and patience in our spiritual walk.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_fulfillment_of_the_law_and_prophets.htm">The Fulfillment of the Law and Prophets</a></b><br>The presence of Moses and Elijah signifies Jesus as the fulfillment of the Old Testament. This encourages us to see the continuity of God's plan through Scripture.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_witness.htm">The Importance of Witness</a></b><br>The disciples' experience at the Transfiguration underscores the importance of witnessing and testifying to God's work in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/transformation_through_christ.htm">Transformation through Christ</a></b><br>Just as Jesus was transfigured, believers are called to be transformed by renewing their minds and living in Christ's likeness.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_9.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 9</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_mark's_gospel_lack_resurrection.htm">Why does Mark's Gospel, the earliest, lack a resurrection appearance in its original ending?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_laying_hands.htm">What does the Bible say about laying on hands?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_rev_3_16_align_with_god's_mercy.htm">How does the lukewarm analogy in Revelation 3:16 align with other biblical passages that describe God's patience and mercy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_the_transfiguration_a_later_myth.htm">Mark 9:2-8 - Could the Transfiguration be a later myth or legend, given the supernatural elements and lack of external corroboration?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/9.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 6.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">They became sore afraid</span>. There is a slight change of reading here. Instead of <span class="greek">ῆσαν γὰρ ἔκφοβοι</span> the best authorities give <span class="greek">ἔκφοβοι γὰρ ἐγένοντο</span>. A sense of great awe and terror overpowered the bliss and brightness of the scene. All the revelations of the other world strike terror, even though abated as this manifestation was by the presence of their dear Lord and Savior. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/mark/9-6.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">For</span><br /><span class="grk">γὰρ</span> <span class="translit">(gar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> </span><span class="str2">For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they were all</span><br /><span class="grk">ἐγένοντο</span> <span class="translit">(egenonto)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">so terrified</span><br /><span class="grk">ἔκφοβοι</span> <span class="translit">(ekphoboi)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1630.htm">Strong's 1630: </a> </span><span class="str2">Greatly terrified, horrified. From ek and phobos; frightened out of one's wits: sore afraid, exceedingly fear.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that</span><br /><span class="grk">γὰρ</span> <span class="translit">(gar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> </span><span class="str2">For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[Peter] did not know</span><br /><span class="grk">ᾔδει</span> <span class="translit">(ēdei)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Pluperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1492.htm">Strong's 1492: </a> </span><span class="str2">To know, remember, appreciate. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">what else</span><br /><span class="grk">τί</span> <span class="translit">(ti)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5101.htm">Strong's 5101: </a> </span><span class="str2">Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to say.</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀποκριθῇ</span> <span class="translit">(apokrithē)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_611.htm">Strong's 611: </a> </span><span class="str2">From apo and krino; to conclude for oneself, i.e. to respond; by Hebraism to begin to speak.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/mark/9-6.htm">Mark 9:6 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/mark/9-6.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 9:6 For he didn't know what to say (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/9-5.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 9:5"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 9:5" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/9-7.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 9:7"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 9:7" /></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>