Mark 14:36

Arabic SAB (الكتاب الشريف)

وَقَالَ: ”يَا أَبَّا، أَيْ: يَا أَبِي! أَنْتَ عَلَى كُلِّ شَيْءٍ قَدِيرٌ، أَبْعِدْ عَنِّي هَذِهِ الْكَأْسَ. لَكِنْ لِيَكُنْ لَا مَا أُرِيدُ أَنَا، بَلْ مَا تُرِيدُ أَنْتَ.“

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from the Gospel of Mark, Jesus is praying to God in Gethsemane. He asks God to take away his suffering but also says that God's will should come first. This shows Jesus' deep trust and submission to God despite his fear.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're about to eat a yucky vegetable. You tell your mom, 'I really don't want this, but if it's good for me, I'll eat it.' That's kind of like what Jesus is saying here. He doesn't want the suffering coming his way, but he trusts that God knows best.

Historical Background

Mark wrote this account in the late first century to a predominantly Gentile audience. The Gospel aims to highlight Jesus as the Son of God and emphasizes his divine mission despite human weakness. At the time, Jews used 'Abba' (meaning 'daddy') to speak directly to God with a sense of intimacy.

Living It Out Today

A modern application could be when someone is facing a difficult decision, like deciding whether to accept a job offer in another city that would mean leaving family behind. Like Jesus, they might pray for guidance, expressing their fears and desires while ultimately submitting to God's will.

Topics

• prayer
• submission
• trust
• agony
• divine will
• discipleship

Related Verses

• Psalm 51:12
• Luke 22:42
• Philippians 2:8
• Hebrews 5:7
• Matthew 6:10

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of Jesus using 'Abba, Father'?

Using 'Abba' emphasizes an intimate relationship with God, showing that even in his greatest struggle, Jesus feels a deep closeness and trust towards His Father.

How can we apply Mark 14:36 to our prayers?

We can use this verse as a model for sincere prayer. Just like Jesus, we can express our desires and fears while ultimately submitting to God's will.

What does the 'cup' symbolize in this context?

The 'cup' is often interpreted as the suffering that Jesus knows he must endure, including his crucifixion. It represents a difficult path that leads to fulfilling God’s plan.

Why did Mark include this scene in his Gospel?

Mark likely included this to highlight Jesus’ human struggles and divine submission, showing that even someone as close to God as Jesus had fears but trusted fully in God's will.