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Mark 14:17
When evening came, Jesus arrived with the Twelve.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The narrative describes Jesus arriving with the Twelve disciples as evening falls to begin the Passover meal. This moment bridges the disciples' completion of preparation and Jesus' subsequent announcement of betrayal.
The words — The Greek ὀψίας (opsias) literally means "when evening came," marking the transition to the meal. The phrase μετὰ τῶν δώδεκα (meta tōn dōdeka) identifies Jesus' company specifically as the Twelve.
The thread — Parallel accounts place this arrival in Matthew 26:20 and Luke 22:14, while Luke 22:21 immediately follows with the revelation of the betrayer's presence at the table.
Why it lands — The text establishes the factual timing and company before the narrative introduces the crisis of betrayal. It requires the reader to recognize the deliberate fulfillment of Passover preparation before confronting the impending conflict.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And in the evening he cometh with the twelve.
Cross-references
- Luke 22:14 When the hour had come, Jesus reclined at the table with His apostles.
- Matthew 26:20 When evening came, Jesus was reclining with the twelve disciples.
- Luke 22:21 Look! The hand of My betrayer is with Mine on the table.
- John 13:21 After Jesus had said this, He became troubled in spirit and testified, “Truly, truly, I tell you, one of you will betray Me.”