Mark 12:26

"For when they will rise from the dead, they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven."

Key Reflection

This passage suggests that those who are resurrected will live eternally and experience a state similar to that of heavenly beings, free from the earthly concerns of marriage and procreation. It emphasizes the transformative nature of resurrection, highlighting a life devoted to spiritual rather than physical relationships.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 26. How in the bush. At the burning bush. See Ex 3:6. In that part of the book of Exodus which contains the account of the burning bush. When there were no chapters and verses, it was the easiest way of quoting a book of the Old Testament by the subject, and in this way it was often done by the Jews. Mr 12:28-34. See Mt 22:34-40. {g} "saying, I am" Ex 3:6 __________________________________________________________________

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