Mark 9:39

But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a miracle in my name, that can lightly speak evil of me.

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Other Translations for Mark 9:39

BSB
"Do not stop him," Jesus replied. "For no one who performs a miracle in My name can turn around and speak evil of Me.
AKJV
But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a miracle in my name, that can lightly speak evil of me.
CPDV
But Jesus said: "Do not prohibit him. For there is no one who can act with virtue in my name and soon speak evil about me.
ERV
But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a mighty work in my name, and be able quickly to speak evil of me.
NHEB
But Jesus said, "Do not forbid him, for there is no one who will do a mighty work in my name, and be able quickly to speak evil of me.
SMT
And Jesus said, Check him not: for there is no one who shall do power in my name, and shall be able quickly to revile me.

Commentary for Mark 9:39

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Mark 9:39
Summary
Jesus permits independent good works performed in his name
Event
Jesus permits unauthorized miracle-working
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching