Mark 9:32
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
32 But they did not understand the saying, and they were afraid to question him.
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- 9:33–37 Mark probably intends this incident and the sayings that follow as commentary on the disciples’ lack of understanding (Mk 9:32). Their role in Jesus’ work is one of service, especially to the poor and lowly. Children were the symbol Jesus used for the anawim, the poor in spirit, the lowly in the Christian community.
Mark 9:32
New International Version
32 But they did not understand what he meant(A) and were afraid to ask him about it.
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