Mark 6:8

"He called to himself the twelve, and began to send them out two by two; and he gave them authority over the unclean spirits."

Key Reflection

This passage highlights Jesus' strategic selection and preparation of his disciples. By sending them in pairs with authority over unclean spirits, Jesus emphasizes teamwork while empowering them for ministry, foreshadowing their broader mission as witnesses to the gospel.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verses 8-11. See Barnes "Mt 10:9" and Mt 10:10-15. In Mt 10:5, they were commanded not to go among the Gentiles or Samaritans. Mark omits that direction, perhaps, because he was writing for the Gentiles, and the direction might create unnecessary difficulty or offence. Perhaps he omits it also because the command was given for a temporary purpose, and was not in force at tile time of his writing. {1} "no money" or, "The word signifies a piece of brass money, in value somewhat less than a farthing" Lu 9:3. __________________________________________________________________

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