Mark 13:34

For the Son of man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch.

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Other Translations for Mark 13:34

BSB
It is like a man going on a journey who left his house, put each servant in charge of his own task, and instructed the doorkeeper to keep watch.
AKJV
For the Son of Man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch.
CPDV
It is like a man who, setting out on a sojourn, left behind his house, and gave his servants authority over every work, and instructed the doorkeeper to stand watch.
ERV
It is as when a man, sojourning in another country, having left his house, and given authority to his servants, to each one his work, commanded also the porter to watch.
NHEB
"It is like a man, traveling to another country, having left his house, and given authority to his servants, and to each one his work, and also commanded the doorkeeper to keep watch.
SMT
As a man traveling, having left his house, and having given power to his servants, and to each his work, and he commanded the guard of the door that he should watch.

Commentary for Mark 13:34

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Overview of Mark 13:34
Summary
Master assigns duties during extended absence
Event
Jesus teaches servant accountability
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching