Bible Strands
Mark 13:29
So also, when you see these things happening, know that He is near, right at the door.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Jesus addresses his disciples in the Olivet Discourse, moving from the fig tree analogy to the interpretation of the signs he just described.
The words — γινώσκετε (ginōskete) means do know, and οὕτως (houtōs) means so, binding the observed events directly to the certainty of the approaching reality.
The thread — The proximity motif runs through James 5:9, which places the Judge at the door, and 1 Peter 4:17, which locates the start of judgment within God’s own family.
Why it lands — The text requires immediate recognition of divine timing when prophesied events occur, demanding alert readiness instead of delayed calculation.
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The Greek words
King James Version
So ye in like manner, when ye shall see these things come to pass, know that it is nigh, even at the doors.
Cross-references
- James 5:9 Do not complain about one another, brothers, so that you will not be judged. Look, the Judge is standing at the door!
- 1 Peter 4:17 For it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who disobey the gospel of God?
- Ezekiel 12:25 because I, the LORD, will speak whatever word I speak, and it will be fulfilled without delay. For in your days, O rebellious house, I will speak a message and bring it to pass, declares the Lord GOD.’”
- Hebrews 10:25 Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching.
- Ezekiel 7:10 Behold, the day is here! It has come! Doom has gone out, the rod has budded, arrogance has bloomed.