Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version (He did not know what to say, they were so frightened.) New Living Translation He said this because he didn’t really know what else to say, for they were all terrified. English Standard Version For he did not know what to say, for they were terrified. Berean Standard Bible For they were all so terrified that Peter did not know what else to say. Berean Literal Bible For he did not know what he should say; for they were terrified. King James Bible For he wist not what to say; for they were sore afraid. New King James Version because he did not know what to say, for they were greatly afraid. New American Standard Bible For he did not know how to reply; for they became terrified. NASB 1995 For he did not know what to answer; for they became terrified. NASB 1977 For he did not know what to answer; for they became terrified. Legacy Standard Bible For he did not know what to answer; for they became terrified. Amplified Bible For he did not [really] know what to say because they were terrified [and stunned by the miraculous sight]. Christian Standard Bible because he did not know what to say, since they were terrified. Holman Christian Standard Bible because he did not know what he should say, since they were terrified. American Standard Version For he knew not what to answer; for they became sore afraid. Contemporary English Version But Peter and the others were terribly frightened, and he did not know what he was talking about. English Revised Version For he wist not what to answer; for they became sore afraid. GOD'S WORD® Translation (Peter didn't know how to respond. He and the others were terrified.) Good News Translation He and the others were so frightened that he did not know what to say. International Standard Version (Peter didn't know how to respond, because they were terrified.) Majority Standard Bible For they were all so terrified that Peter did not know what else to say. NET Bible (For they were afraid, and he did not know what to say.) New Heart English Bible For he did not know what to answer, for they became very afraid. Webster's Bible Translation For he knew not what to say: for they were greatly terrified. Weymouth New Testament For he knew not what to say: they were filled with such awe. World English Bible For he didn’t know what to say, for they were very afraid. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor he was not knowing what he might say, for they were greatly afraid. Berean Literal Bible For he did not know what he should say; for they were terrified. Young's Literal Translation for he was not knowing what he might say, for they were greatly afraid. Smith's Literal Translation For he knew not what he said; for they were terrified. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor he knew not what he said: for they were struck with fear. Catholic Public Domain Version For he did not know what he was saying. For they were overwhelmed by fear. New American Bible He hardly knew what to say, they were so terrified. New Revised Standard Version He did not know what to say, for they were terrified. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor he did not know what he was saying, for they were in fear. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But he did not know what he was saying, for they were in awe. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentFor he knew not what to say, for they were greatly afraid. Godbey New Testament for he did not know what he might say; for they were afraid. Haweis New Testament For he knew not what he should say: for they were very much affrighted. Mace New Testament for he knew not what he said, they were all so frightned. Weymouth New Testament For he knew not what to say: they were filled with such awe. Worrell New Testament for he knew not what to answer, for they became much afraid. Worsley New Testament for he knew not what to say, for they were sore afraid. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Transfiguration…5Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” 6For they were all so terrified that Peter did not know what else to say. 7Then a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is My beloved Son. Listen to Him!”… Cross References Matthew 17:6 When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown in terror. Luke 9:33 As Moses and Elijah were leaving, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.) Exodus 3:6 Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God. 1 Kings 19:13 When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Suddenly a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” Genesis 28:17 And he was afraid and said, “How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God; this is the gate of heaven!” Daniel 10:7-9 Only I, Daniel, saw the vision; the men with me did not see it, but a great terror fell upon them, and they ran and hid themselves. / So I was left alone, gazing at this great vision. No strength remained in me; my face grew deathly pale, and I was powerless. / I heard the sound of his words, and as I listened, I fell into a deep sleep, with my face to the ground. Acts 9:6 “Now get up and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do.” Revelation 1:17 When I saw Him, I fell at His feet like a dead man. But He placed His right hand on me and said, “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last, Matthew 14:27 But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.” John 6:19-20 When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified. / But Jesus spoke up: “It is I; do not be afraid.” Isaiah 6:5 Then I said: “Woe is me, for I am ruined, because I am a man of unclean lips dwelling among a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the LORD of Hosts.” Ezekiel 1:28 The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking. Job 4:14-16 fear and trembling came over me and made all my bones shudder. / Then a spirit glided past my face, and the hair on my body bristled. / It stood still, but I could not discern its appearance; a form loomed before my eyes, and I heard a whispering voice: Philippians 2:12 Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but now even more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling. Hebrews 12:21 The sight was so terrifying that even Moses said, “I am trembling with fear.” Treasury of Scripture For he knew not what to say; for they were sore afraid. Mark 16:5-8 Daniel 10:15-19 Revelation 1:17 Jump to Previous Afraid Awe Exceedingly Fear Filled Frightened Great Greatly Sore Terrified WistJump to Next Afraid Awe Exceedingly Fear Filled Frightened Great Greatly Sore Terrified WistMark 9 1. Jesus is transfigured.11. He instructs his disciples concerning the coming of Elijah; 14. casts forth a deaf and mute spirit; 30. foretells his death and resurrection; 33. exhorts his disciples to humility; 38. bidding them not to prohibit such as are not against them, 42. nor to give offense to any of the faithful. For they were all so terrified The context of this passage is the Transfiguration of Jesus, where Peter, James, and John witness Jesus in His glorified state alongside Moses and Elijah. The disciples' terror is a natural human response to the divine revelation and the overwhelming presence of God's glory. This fear is consistent with other biblical accounts where individuals encounter the divine, such as Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:6) and Isaiah's vision of the Lord (Isaiah 6:5). The fear underscores the holiness and majesty of God, which often elicits a profound sense of awe and reverence. that Peter did not know what else to say. Persons / Places / Events 1. PeterOne of Jesus' closest disciples, known for his impulsive nature and strong faith. In this passage, he is overwhelmed by the divine presence during the Transfiguration. 2. James and John The other two disciples present with Peter during the Transfiguration. They, too, are witnesses to this miraculous event. 3. Jesus The central figure of the Transfiguration, revealing His divine glory to the disciples. 4. The Transfiguration A significant event where Jesus is transformed and His divine nature is revealed to Peter, James, and John on a high mountain. 5. Elijah and Moses Appearing alongside Jesus during the Transfiguration, representing the Law and the Prophets, affirming Jesus' fulfillment of both. Teaching Points The Fear of the LordThe disciples' terror highlights the awe-inspiring nature of God's presence. We are reminded to approach God with reverence and humility. The Impulsiveness of Peter Peter's reaction teaches us about the human tendency to speak or act without fully understanding God's work. We should seek discernment and patience in our spiritual walk. The Fulfillment of the Law and Prophets The presence of Moses and Elijah signifies Jesus as the fulfillment of the Old Testament. This encourages us to see the continuity of God's plan through Scripture. The Importance of Witness The disciples' experience at the Transfiguration underscores the importance of witnessing and testifying to God's work in our lives. Transformation through Christ Just as Jesus was transfigured, believers are called to be transformed by renewing their minds and living in Christ's likeness.Verse 6. - They became sore afraid. There is a slight change of reading here. Instead of ῆσαν γὰρ ἔκφοβοι the best authorities give ἔκφοβοι γὰρ ἐγένοντο. A sense of great awe and terror overpowered the bliss and brightness of the scene. All the revelations of the other world strike terror, even though abated as this manifestation was by the presence of their dear Lord and Savior. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Forγὰρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. they were all ἐγένοντο (egenonto) Verb - Aorist Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 1096: A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. so terrified ἔκφοβοι (ekphoboi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1630: Greatly terrified, horrified. From ek and phobos; frightened out of one's wits: sore afraid, exceedingly fear. that γὰρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. [Peter] did not know ᾔδει (ēdei) Verb - Pluperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1492: To know, remember, appreciate. what else τί (ti) Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 5101: Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what. to say. ἀποκριθῇ (apokrithē) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 611: From apo and krino; to conclude for oneself, i.e. to respond; by Hebraism to begin to speak. Links Mark 9:6 NIVMark 9:6 NLT Mark 9:6 ESV Mark 9:6 NASB Mark 9:6 KJV Mark 9:6 BibleApps.com Mark 9:6 Biblia Paralela Mark 9:6 Chinese Bible Mark 9:6 French Bible Mark 9:6 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: Mark 9:6 For he didn't know what to say (Mar Mk Mr) |