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He went away sad, because he had great wealth. <a href="/nlt/mark/10.htm">New Living Translation</a> At this the man’s face fell, and he went away sad, for he had many possessions. <a href="/esv/mark/10.htm">English Standard Version</a> Disheartened by the saying, he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions. <a href="/bsb/mark/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> But the man was saddened by these words and went away in sorrow, because he had great wealth. <a href="/blb/mark/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And having been sad at the word, he went away grieving; for he was one having many possessions. <a href="/kjv/mark/10.htm">King James Bible</a> And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions. <a href="/nkjv/mark/10.htm">New King James Version</a> But he was sad at this word, and went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions. <a href="/nasb_/mark/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> But he was deeply dismayed by these words, and he went away grieving; for he was one who owned much property. <a href="/nasb/mark/10.htm">NASB 1995</a> But at these words he was saddened, and he went away grieving, for he was one who owned much property. <a href="/nasb77/mark/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a> But at these words his face fell, and he went away grieved, for he was one who owned much property. <a href="/lsb/mark/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> But at these words he was saddened, and he went away grieving, for he was one who owned much property. <a href="/amp/mark/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a> But the man was saddened at Jesus’ words, and he left grieving, because he owned much property and had many possessions [which he treasured more than his relationship with God]. <a href="/csb/mark/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> But he was dismayed by this demand, and he went away grieving, because he had many possessions. <a href="/hcsb/mark/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> But he was stunned at this demand, and he went away grieving, because he had many possessions. <a href="/asv/mark/10.htm">American Standard Version</a> But his countenance fell at the saying, and he went away sorrowful: for he was one that had great possessions. <a href="/cev/mark/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> When the man heard Jesus say this, he went away gloomy and sad because he was very rich. <a href="/erv/mark/10.htm">English Revised Version</a> But his countenance fell at the saying, and he went away sorrowful: for he was one that had great possessions. <a href="/gwt/mark/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> When the man heard that, he looked unhappy and went away sad, because he owned a lot of property. <a href="/gnt/mark/10.htm">Good News Translation</a> When the man heard this, gloom spread over his face, and he went away sad, because he was very rich. <a href="/isv/mark/10.htm">International Standard Version</a> Shocked at this statement, the man went away sad, because he had many possessions. <a href="/msb/mark/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> But the man was saddened by these words and went away in sorrow, because he had great wealth. <a href="/net/mark/10.htm">NET Bible</a> But at this statement, the man looked sad and went away sorrowful, for he was very rich. <a href="/nheb/mark/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> But his face fell at that saying, and he went away sorrowful, for he was one who had great possessions. <a href="/wbt/mark/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions. <a href="/wey/mark/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> At these words his brow darkened, and he went away sad; for he was possessed of great wealth. <a href="/web/mark/10.htm">World English Bible</a> But his face fell at that saying, and he went away sorrowful, for he was one who had great possessions. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And he—gloomy at the word—went away sorrowing, for he was having many possessions. <a href="/blb/mark/10.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And having been sad at the word, he went away grieving; for he was one having many possessions. <a href="/ylt/mark/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And he -- gloomy at the word -- went away sorrowing, for he was having many possessions. <a href="/slt/mark/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And he, being sad at the word, went away being grieved: for he had many possessions.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Who being struck sad at that saying, went away sorrowful: for he had great possessions. <a href="/cpdv/mark/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> But he went away grieving, having been greatly saddened by the word. For he had many possessions. <a href="/nabre/mark/10.htm">New American Bible</a> At that statement his face fell, and he went away sad, for he had many possessions. <a href="/nrsvce/mark/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When he heard this, he was shocked and went away grieving, for he had many possessions.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> But he felt sad because of this saying, and he went away depressed; for he had great wealth. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/10.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But he was saddened at this saying and he departed grieving, because he had great wealth.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/10.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> But becoming sad at that saying, he went away sorrowful: for he had great possessions.<CM> <a href="/godbey/mark/10.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And he being grieved at the word, went away sorrowing: for he had great possessions. <a href="/haweis/mark/10.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And groaning over this speech, he went away sorrowful: for he had many estates. <a href="/mace/mark/10.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but he was troubled at this answer, and went away very sorrowful, for he had a great estate. <a href="/wey/mark/10.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> At these words his brow darkened, and he went away sad; for he was possessed of great wealth. <a href="/worrell/mark/10.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> But, becoming gloomy at this saying, he went away grieved; for he was one having great possessions. <a href="/worsley/mark/10.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> But he was sad at that saying, and went away sorrowful; for he had great possessions. <a href="/parallel/mark/10-22.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=3295" 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 Rich Young Man</a> …21Jesus looked at him, loved him, and said to him, “There is one thing you lack: Go, sell everything you own and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me.” 22<a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">But</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: Ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/4768.htm" title="4768: stygnasas (V-APA-NMS) -- To be gloomy, have a somber countenance, be shocked. From the same as stugnetos; to render gloomy, i.e. glower.">the man was saddened</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: epi (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">by</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">these</a> <a href="/greek/3056.htm" title="3056: logō (N-DMS) -- From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression.">words</a> <a href="/greek/565.htm" title="565: apēlthen (V-AIA-3S) -- From apo and erchomai; to go off, aside or behind, literally or figuratively.">and went away</a> <a href="/greek/3076.htm" title="3076: lypoumenos (V-PPM/P-NMS) -- To pain, grieve, vex. From lupe; to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad.">in sorrow,</a> <a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">because</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēn (V-IIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">he had</a> <a href="/greek/2192.htm" title="2192: echōn (V-PPA-NMS) -- To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold."></a> <a href="/greek/4183.htm" title="4183: polla (Adj-ANP) -- Much, many; often. ">great</a> <a href="/greek/2933.htm" title="2933: ktēmata (N-ANP) -- From ktaomai; an acquirement, i.e. Estate.">wealth.</a> 23Then Jesus looked around and said to His disciples, “How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God!”…<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/19-22.htm">Matthew 19:22</a> When the young man heard this, he went away in sorrow, because he had great wealth. <a href="/luke/18-23.htm">Luke 18:23</a> But when the ruler heard this, he became very sad, because he was extremely wealthy. <a href="/matthew/6-24.htm">Matthew 6:24</a> No one can serve two masters: Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. <a href="/luke/16-13.htm">Luke 16:13</a> No servant can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.” <a href="/1_timothy/6-9.htm">1 Timothy 6:9-10</a> Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. / For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. <a href="/proverbs/11-28.htm">Proverbs 11:28</a> He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage. <a href="/ecclesiastes/5-10.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:10</a> He who loves money is never satisfied by money, and he who loves wealth is never satisfied by income. This too is futile. <a href="/james/5-1.htm">James 5:1-3</a> Come now, you who are rich, weep and wail over the misery to come upon you. / Your riches have rotted and moths have eaten your clothes. / Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and consume your flesh like fire. You have hoarded treasure in the last days. <a href="/1_john/2-15.htm">1 John 2:15-17</a> Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. / The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever. <a href="/matthew/13-22.htm">Matthew 13:22</a> The seed sown among the thorns is the one who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful. <a href="/luke/12-15.htm">Luke 12:15-21</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.” / Then He told them a parable: “The ground of a certain rich man produced an abundance. / So he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, since I have nowhere to store my crops?’ ... <a href="/proverbs/23-4.htm">Proverbs 23:4-5</a> Do not wear yourself out to get rich; be wise enough to restrain yourself. / When you glance at wealth, it disappears, for it makes wings for itself and flies like an eagle to the sky. <a href="/psalms/49-6.htm">Psalm 49:6-7</a> They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches. / No man can possibly redeem his brother or pay his ransom to God. <a href="/hebrews/13-5.htm">Hebrews 13:5</a> Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.” <a href="/matthew/16-26.htm">Matthew 16:26</a> What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul?</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions.sad.<a href="/mark/6-20.htm">Mark 6:20,26</a> For Herod feared John, knowing that he was a just man and an holy, and observed him; and when he heard him, he did many things, and heard him gladly… <a href="/matthew/19-22.htm">Matthew 19:22</a> But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrowful: for he had great possessions.<a href="/matthew/27-3.htm">Matthew 27:3,24-26</a> Then Judas, which had betrayed him, when he saw that he was condemned, repented himself, and brought again the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders, … for.<a href="/genesis/13-5.htm">Genesis 13:5-11</a> And Lot also, which went with Abram, had flocks, and herds, and tents… <a href="/deuteronomy/6-10.htm">Deuteronomy 6:10-12</a> And it shall be, when the LORD thy God shall have brought thee into the land which he sware unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give thee great and goodly cities, which thou buildedst not, … <a href="/deuteronomy/8-11.htm">Deuteronomy 8:11-14</a> Beware that thou forget not the LORD thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day: … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ezekiel/3-9.htm">Brow</a> <a href="/matthew/28-3.htm">Countenance</a> <a href="/matthew/24-29.htm">Darkened</a> <a href="/mark/5-33.htm">Face</a> <a href="/mark/10-17.htm">Fell</a> <a href="/matthew/6-16.htm">Gloomy</a> <a href="/mark/10-1.htm">Great</a> <a href="/mark/3-5.htm">Grieved</a> <a href="/matthew/19-22.htm">Grieving</a> <a href="/mark/9-14.htm">Large</a> <a href="/matthew/19-22.htm">Owned</a> <a href="/mark/9-17.htm">Possessed</a> <a href="/mark/3-27.htm">Possessions</a> <a href="/mark/3-27.htm">Property</a> <a href="/mark/8-12.htm">Sad</a> <a href="/mark/14-19.htm">Saddened</a> <a href="/mark/6-26.htm">Sorrowful</a> <a href="/matthew/19-22.htm">Sorrowing</a> <a href="/mark/7-22.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/mark/10-13.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/4-29.htm">Brow</a> <a href="/luke/9-29.htm">Countenance</a> <a href="/mark/13-24.htm">Darkened</a> <a href="/mark/14-35.htm">Face</a> <a href="/mark/14-35.htm">Fell</a> <a href="/2_peter/2-4.htm">Gloomy</a> <a href="/mark/10-30.htm">Great</a> <a href="/mark/14-19.htm">Grieved</a> <a href="/mark/16-10.htm">Grieving</a> <a href="/mark/12-41.htm">Large</a> <a href="/mark/12-44.htm">Owned</a> <a href="/mark/12-44.htm">Possessed</a> <a href="/luke/8-3.htm">Possessions</a> <a href="/mark/12-7.htm">Property</a> <a href="/mark/14-19.htm">Sad</a> <a href="/mark/14-19.htm">Saddened</a> <a href="/mark/14-19.htm">Sorrowful</a> <a href="/mark/16-10.htm">Sorrowing</a> <a href="/mark/10-23.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/mark/10-24.htm">Words</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'; 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His sadness reflects a deep internal conflict between his desire for eternal life and his attachment to material wealth. This moment highlights the challenge of discipleship and the cost of following Jesus. The words of Jesus, which called for the man to sell all he had and give to the poor, were a test of his willingness to prioritize spiritual over material wealth. This sadness can be seen as a moment of conviction, where the man realizes the depth of his attachment to earthly possessions.and went away in sorrow The man's departure in sorrow indicates a decision to cling to his wealth rather than follow Jesus. This reaction underscores the difficulty many face when confronted with the demands of true discipleship. The sorrowful departure is a poignant reminder of the cost of discipleship and the challenge of prioritizing the kingdom of God over personal wealth. This moment is illustrative of the broader biblical theme that one cannot serve both God and money, as seen in <a href="/matthew/6-24.htm">Matthew 6:24</a>.because he had great wealth The man's great wealth is central to the narrative, emphasizing the difficulty for those with riches to enter the kingdom of God. In the cultural context of the time, wealth was often seen as a sign of God's favor, making Jesus' teaching particularly radical. The wealth itself is not condemned, but the man's attachment to it is. This passage connects to the broader biblical theme of the dangers of wealth, as seen in <a href="/1_timothy/6-10.htm">1 Timothy 6:10</a>, which warns that the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. The man's inability to part with his wealth serves as a cautionary tale about the spiritual peril of materialism.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> - The central figure in the Gospel of Mark, Jesus is the one who speaks to the rich young man, challenging him to sell all he has and follow Him. 2. <a href="/topical/r/rich_young_man.htm">Rich Young Man</a> - A man who approaches Jesus seeking eternal life. He is wealthy and is saddened by Jesus' instruction to sell his possessions. 3. <a href="/topical/d/disciples.htm">Disciples</a> - Although not directly mentioned in this verse, they are present during this interaction and later question Jesus about the difficulty of the wealthy entering the kingdom of God. 4. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> - The broader context of this passage is Jesus' journey towards Jerusalem, where He will ultimately face crucifixion. 5. <a href="/topical/k/kingdom_of_god.htm">Kingdom of God</a> - The central theme of Jesus' teaching, representing the reign and rule of God, which the rich young man is seeking to enter.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_challenge_of_wealth.htm">The Challenge of Wealth</a> Wealth can be a significant barrier to spiritual growth and entering the kingdom of God. It often leads to misplaced priorities and reliance on material possessions rather than God. <a href="/topical/t/true_discipleship.htm">True Discipleship</a> Following Jesus requires total commitment and willingness to surrender all, including wealth and personal ambitions, for the sake of the kingdom. <a href="/topical/t/the_cost_of_eternal_life.htm">The Cost of Eternal Life</a> Eternal life is a gift, but it requires a heart fully devoted to God. This may mean giving up earthly treasures to gain heavenly ones. <a href="/topical/s/sorrow_and_repentance.htm">Sorrow and Repentance</a> The rich young man's sorrow highlights the internal struggle between earthly attachments and spiritual aspirations. True repentance involves a change of heart and action. <a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_radical_obedience.htm">The Call to Radical Obedience</a> Jesus calls His followers to radical obedience, which may involve difficult choices and sacrifices, but promises eternal rewards.<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_does_'arsenokoitai'_mean.htm">What does the Greek word 'arsenokoitai' mean?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_unforgivable_sin.htm">What is the unforgivable sin?</a> <a href="/q/does_mark_10_21_conflict_with_modern_life.htm">Doesn’t Jesus’ command in Mark 10:21 to “sell everything” conflict with modern economic realities and social responsibilities? </a> <a href="/q/how_does_luke_18_18-30_teach_faith.htm">How does Luke 18:18-30 align with other Bible passages that teach salvation through faith rather than works or possessions?</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>(22) And he was sad at that saying.--Better, He frowned. The word is the same as that translated "lowering" in <a href="/matthew/16-3.htm" title="And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowering. O you hypocrites, you can discern the face of the sky; but can you not discern the signs of the times?">Matthew 16:3</a>.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 22. - But his countenance fell at the saying (ὁ δὲ στυγνάσας ἐπὶ τῳ λόγῳ). The same word is used in St. Matthew (<a href="/matthew/16-3.htm">Matthew 16:3</a>) for a "lowering," "frowning sky" (οὐρανὸς στυγνάζων). And he went away sorrowful (ἀπῆλθε λυπούμενος)- literally, for he was one that had (η΅ν γὰρ ἔχων) - great possessions. <a href="/commentaries/mark/10-22.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>But δὲ (de) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. [the man] was saddened στυγνάσας (stygnasas) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4768.htm">Strong's 4768: </a> To be gloomy, have a somber countenance, be shocked. From the same as stugnetos; to render gloomy, i.e. glower. by ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. [these] τῷ (tō) Article - Dative 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. words λόγῳ (logō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3056.htm">Strong's 3056: </a> From lego; something said; by implication, a topic, also reasoning or motive; by extension, a computation; specially, the Divine Expression. [and] went away ἀπῆλθεν (apēlthen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_565.htm">Strong's 565: </a> From apo and erchomai; to go off, aside or behind, literally or figuratively. in sorrow, λυπούμενος (lypoumenos) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3076.htm">Strong's 3076: </a> To pain, grieve, vex. From lupe; to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad. because γὰρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. he had ἦν (ēn) Verb - Imperfect 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. great πολλά (polla) Adjective - Accusative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4183.htm">Strong's 4183: </a> Much, many; often. wealth. κτήματα (ktēmata) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2933.htm">Strong's 2933: </a> From ktaomai; an acquirement, i.e. Estate. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/10-22.htm">Mark 10:22 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/10-22.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 10:22 But his face fell at that saying (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/10-21.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 10:21"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 10:21" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/10-23.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 10:23"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 10:23" /></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>