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Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, <a href="/nlt/mark/10.htm">New Living Translation</a> But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, <a href="/esv/mark/10.htm">English Standard Version</a> But it shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, <a href="/bsb/mark/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> But it shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, <a href="/blb/mark/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> But it shall not be thus among you. Instead, whoever desires to become great among you will be your servant, <a href="/kjv/mark/10.htm">King James Bible</a> But so shall it not be among you: but whosoever will be great among you, shall be your minister: <a href="/nkjv/mark/10.htm">New King James Version</a> Yet it shall not be so among you; but whoever desires to become great among you shall be your servant. <a href="/nasb_/mark/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> But it is not this way among you; rather, whoever wants to become prominent among you shall be your servant; <a href="/nasb/mark/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220But it is not this way among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant; <a href="/nasb77/mark/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “But it is not so among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant; <a href="/lsb/mark/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> But it is not this way among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant; <a href="/amp/mark/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> But this is not how it is among you; instead, whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant, <a href="/csb/mark/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> But it is not so among you. On the contrary, whoever wants to become great among you will be your servant, <a href="/hcsb/mark/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But it must not be like that among you. On the contrary, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, <a href="/asv/mark/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> But it is not so among you: but whosoever would become great among you, shall be your minister; <a href="/cev/mark/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> But don't act like them. If you want to be great, you must be the servant of all the others. <a href="/erv/mark/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> But it is not so among you: but whosoever would become great among you, shall be your minister: <a href="/gwt/mark/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> But that's not the way it's going to be among you. Whoever wants to become great among you will be your servant. <a href="/gnt/mark/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> This, however, is not the way it is among you. If one of you wants to be great, you must be the servant of the rest; <a href="/isv/mark/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> That's not the way it should be among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, <a href="/msb/mark/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> But it shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, <a href="/net/mark/10.htm">NET Bible</a> But it is not this way among you. Instead whoever wants to be great among you must be your servant, <a href="/nheb/mark/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> But it will not be so among you, but whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant. <a href="/wbt/mark/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> But so it shall not be among you: but whoever will be great among you, shall be your minister: <a href="/wey/mark/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> but it is not to be so among you. No, whoever desires to be great among you must be your servant; <a href="/web/mark/10.htm">World English Bible</a> But it shall not be so among you, but whoever wants to become great among you shall be your servant. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> but not so will it be among you; but whoever may will to become great among you, he will be your minister, <a href="/blb/mark/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> But it shall not be thus among you. Instead, whoever desires to become great among you will be your servant, <a href="/ylt/mark/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> but not so shall it be among you; but whoever may will to become great among you, he shall be your minister, <a href="/slt/mark/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And it shall not be so among you: but whoever should wish to be great among you, shall be your attendant:<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> But it is not so among you: but whosoever will be greater, shall be your minister. <a href="/cpdv/mark/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But it is not to be this way among you. Instead, whoever would become greater shall be your minister; <a href="/nabre/mark/10.htm">New American Bible</a> But it shall not be so among you. Rather, whoever wishes to be great among you will be your servant; <a href="/nrsvce/mark/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> But it is not so among you; but whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant,<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Let not this be so among you; but he who wishes to be great among you, let him be a minister to you. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “But it will not be so among you, but whoever wants to be great among you will be a servant to you.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> But it shall not be so among you. But whoever desires to be great among you, shall be your minister; <a href="/godbey/mark/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> <FR>But it is not so among you: but whosoever may wish to be great among you, shall be your servant:<Fr> <a href="/haweis/mark/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> But it shall not be so with you: but whosoever will be great among you let him be your servant: <a href="/mace/mark/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but it shall not be so among young you: on the contrary, whoever would be great among you, he must be your servant; <a href="/wey/mark/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> but it is not to be so among you. No, whoever desires to be great among you must be your servant; <a href="/worrell/mark/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> <FR>but it is not so among you; but whosoever wishes to become great among you shall be your minister;<Fr> <a href="/worsley/mark/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> <FR>But it shall not be so among you: but whoever would be great among you shall be your minister;<Fr> <a href="/parallel/mark/10-43.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=3504" 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/10.htm">The Request of James and John</a> …42So Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their superiors exercise authority over them. 43<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">But</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estin (V-PIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">it shall not be</a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ouch (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/3779.htm" title="3779: houtōs (Adv) -- Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows).">this way</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.">among</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you.</a> <a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: all’ (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise.">Instead,</a> <a href="/greek/3739.htm" title="3739: hos (RelPro-NMS) -- Who, which, what, that. ">whoever</a> <a href="/greek/302.htm" title="302: an (Prtcl) -- A primary particle, denoting a supposition, wish, possibility or uncertainty."></a> <a href="/greek/2309.htm" title="2309: thelē (V-PSA-3S) -- To will, wish, desire, be willing, intend, design. ">wants</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: genesthai (V-ANM) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">to become</a> <a href="/greek/3173.htm" title="3173: megas (Adj-NMS) -- Large, great, in the widest sense. ">great</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.">among</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: estai (V-FIM-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">must be</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymōn (PPro-G2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">your</a> <a href="/greek/1249.htm" title="1249: diakonos (N-NMS) -- Probably from an obsolete diako; an attendant, i.e. a waiter; specially, a Christian teacher and pastor.">servant,</a> 44and whoever wants to be first must be the slave of all.…<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/20-26.htm">Matthew 20:26</a> It shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, <a href="/luke/22-26.htm">Luke 22:26</a> But you shall not be like them. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who leads like the one who serves. <a href="/john/13-14.htm">John 13:14-15</a> So if I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet. / I have set you an example so that you should do as I have done for you. <a href="/philippians/2-5.htm">Philippians 2:5-7</a> Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus: / Who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, / but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. <a href="/1_peter/5-3.htm">1 Peter 5:3</a> not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. <a href="/matthew/23-11.htm">Matthew 23:11</a> The greatest among you shall be your servant. <a href="/1_corinthians/9-19.htm">1 Corinthians 9:19</a> Though I am free of obligation to anyone, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. <a href="/2_corinthians/4-5.htm">2 Corinthians 4:5</a> For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. <a href="/galatians/5-13.htm">Galatians 5:13</a> For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love. <a href="/romans/12-10.htm">Romans 12:10</a> Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another. <a href="/ephesians/5-21.htm">Ephesians 5:21</a> Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. <a href="/1_john/3-16.htm">1 John 3:16</a> By this we know what love is: Jesus laid down His life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers. <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="/isaiah/53-11.htm">Isaiah 53:11</a> After the anguish of His soul, He will see the light of life and be satisfied. By His knowledge My righteous Servant will justify many, and He will bear their iniquities. <a href="/jeremiah/23-5.htm">Jeremiah 23:5</a> Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>But so shall it not be among you: but whoever will be great among you, shall be your minister:so.<a href="/john/18-36.htm">John 18:36</a> Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.<a href="/romans/12-2.htm">Romans 12:2</a> And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.whosoever.<a href="/mark/9-35.htm">Mark 9:35</a> And he sat down, and called the twelve, and saith unto them, If any man desire to be first, the same shall be last of all, and servant of all.<a href="/matthew/20-26.htm">Matthew 20:26,27</a> But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister; … <a href="/matthew/23-8.htm">Matthew 23:8-12</a> But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, even Christ; and all ye are brethren… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/10-35.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/mark/8-34.htm">Desires</a> <a href="/mark/10-42.htm">Great</a> <a href="/mark/7-5.htm">Instead</a> <a href="/mark/9-35.htm">Minister</a> <a href="/mark/9-35.htm">Servant</a> <a href="/mark/9-35.htm">Wants</a> <a href="/mark/10-32.htm">Way</a> <a href="/mark/9-35.htm">Wishes</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/10-44.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/mark/10-44.htm">Desires</a> <a href="/mark/10-46.htm">Great</a> <a href="/mark/15-11.htm">Instead</a> <a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Minister</a> <a href="/mark/10-44.htm">Servant</a> <a href="/mark/10-44.htm">Wants</a> <a href="/mark/10-46.htm">Way</a> <a href="/mark/10-44.htm">Wishes</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 10</div>1. <a href="/mark/10-1.htm">Jesus disputes with the Pharisees concerning divorce;</a> 13. <a href="/mark/10-13.htm">blesses the children that are brought unto him;</a> 17. <a href="/mark/10-17.htm">resolves a rich man how he may inherit everlasting life;</a> 23. <a href="/mark/10-23.htm">tells his disciples of the danger of riches;</a> 28. <a href="/mark/10-28.htm">promises rewards to those who forsake all for the gospel;</a> 32. <a href="/mark/10-32.htm">foretells his death and resurrection;</a> 35. <a href="/mark/10-35.htm">bids the two ambitious suitors to think rather of suffering with him;</a> 46. <a href="/mark/10-46.htm">and restores to Bartimaeus his sight.</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/10.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/10.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>But it shall not be this way among you. In the context of <a href="/mark/10.htm">Mark 10</a>, Jesus addresses His disciples after James and John request positions of honor in His glory. This phrase contrasts the worldly view of leadership and authority, where rulers often exercise power over others. Jesus emphasizes a different model for His followers, one that subverts societal norms. This teaching aligns with the broader biblical theme of humility and service, as seen in <a href="/philippians/2-3.htm">Philippians 2:3-4</a>, where believers are encouraged to consider others more significant than themselves.Instead, whoever wants to become great among you The desire for greatness is not condemned but redefined. In the cultural context of the time, greatness was often associated with power, wealth, and status. Jesus challenges this by suggesting that true greatness in the Kingdom of God is measured differently. This redefinition echoes the Beatitudes in <a href="/matthew/5.htm">Matthew 5</a>, where the blessed are the meek and the poor in spirit. The call to greatness through service is a radical departure from the prevailing Greco-Roman values of honor and patronage.must be your servant, The term "servant" here is translated from the Greek word "diakonos," which implies one who serves or ministers to others. This concept is central to Jesus' ministry, as He Himself came not to be served but to serve (<a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Mark 10:45</a>). The role of a servant in the first-century Jewish and Roman world was one of low status, often associated with manual labor and subordination. By using this term, Jesus elevates the role of a servant to a position of honor in His Kingdom. This teaching is further exemplified in <a href="/john/13.htm">John 13</a>, where Jesus washes the disciples' feet, modeling servanthood. The call to servanthood is a call to emulate Christ, who is the ultimate servant leader, fulfilling the prophecy of the Suffering Servant in <a href="/isaiah/53.htm">Isaiah 53</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The central figure in this passage, Jesus is teaching His disciples about the nature of true greatness in the Kingdom of God. 2. <a href="/topical/d/disciples.htm">Disciples</a> The immediate audience of Jesus' teaching, they are being instructed on the values of servanthood and humility. 3. <a href="/topical/j/james_and_john.htm">James and John</a> Earlier in the chapter, they request positions of honor in Jesus' glory, prompting this teaching moment. 4. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> The location towards which Jesus and His disciples are traveling, symbolizing the impending fulfillment of Jesus' mission. 5. <a href="/topical/g/gentile_rulers.htm">Gentile Rulers</a> Referenced by Jesus as examples of worldly authority and power, contrasting with the Kingdom values He is teaching.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/s/servanthood_as_greatness.htm">Servanthood as Greatness</a> True greatness in the Kingdom of God is measured by one's willingness to serve others, not by status or power. <a href="/topical/c/counter-cultural_values.htm">Counter-Cultural Values</a> Jesus' teaching challenges societal norms that equate greatness with authority and dominance. <a href="/topical/c/christ_as_the_model_servant.htm">Christ as the Model Servant</a> Jesus exemplifies the ultimate servant leadership, providing a model for us to follow in our daily lives. <a href="/topical/h/humility_in_action.htm">Humility in Action</a> Embrace humility by seeking opportunities to serve others selflessly, reflecting Christ's love and character. <a href="/topical/l/leadership_through_service.htm">Leadership through Service</a> In any leadership role, prioritize serving those you lead, fostering a community of mutual respect and care.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 10</a> <a href="/q/what_is_servant_leadership.htm">What defines the concept of servant leadership?</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_christian_leadership.htm">What defines Christian leadership?</a> <a href="/q/bible's_view_on_marital_sex.htm">What defines the Christian Church?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_lead_like_jesus.htm">How does one lead in the manner of Jesus?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/mark/10.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(43) Shall be your minister.--Substantially the same as in St. Matthew, but note in both verses the variation, "shall be your minister," "shall be servant," instead of "let him be."<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verses 43, 44. - In these words our Lord enjoins him who is raised above others to conduct himself modestly and humbly; so as not to lord it over those beneath him, but to consider for them and to consult their security and happiness, and so to conduct himself that he may appear to be rather their minister and servant than their lord; ever remembering the golden rule, "All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, even so do to them." At the same time, our Lord here teaches all alike, whether superiors or inferiors, by what way we should strive to reach heaven, so as to sit at the right or left hand of Christ in his kingdom, namely, by the way of humility. For those who are the lowliest and most humble here will be the greatest and most exalted there. <a href="/commentaries/mark/10-43.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. it shall not be ἐστιν (estin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <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. this way οὕτως (houtōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3779.htm">Strong's 3779: </a> Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows). among 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. you. ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. Instead, ἀλλ’ (all’) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_235.htm">Strong's 235: </a> But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise. whoever ὃς (hos) Personal / Relative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3739.htm">Strong's 3739: </a> Who, which, what, that. wants θέλῃ (thelē) Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2309.htm">Strong's 2309: </a> To will, wish, desire, be willing, intend, design. to become γενέσθαι (genesthai) Verb - Aorist Infinitive Middle <a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. great μέγας (megas) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3173.htm">Strong's 3173: </a> Large, great, in the widest sense. among 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. you ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. must be ἔσται (estai) Verb - Future Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular <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. your ὑμῶν (hymōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. servant, διάκονος (diakonos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1249.htm">Strong's 1249: </a> Probably from an obsolete diako; an attendant, i.e. a waiter; specially, a Christian teacher and pastor. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/10-43.htm">Mark 10:43 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/10-43.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 10:43 But it shall not be so among (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/10-42.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 10:42"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 10:42" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/10-44.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 10:44"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 10:44" /></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>