Mark: Christ the Mighty King
This article by Daniel Kleyn introduces the Gospel of Mark by examining the historical identity and background of Mark as the human author, including his relationship with Peter and Paul, and the likelihood that he received firsthand accounts from Peter for his gospel account. The piece establishes foundational context for understanding Mark's presentation of Christ as the Mighty King through careful attention to authorial background and apostolic tradition.
THE WRITER While no clear indication is given in the book itself that the Holy Spirit used Mark to write it, the church has always maintained that this is so. This is indicated especially by the writings of the church fathers in the second century AD.1 Mark's full name was John Mark (Mark being his surname). His mother's name was Mary (Acts 12:12), in whose house the church had gathered to pray for Peter when the latter was imprisoned by Herod. He was a nephew of Barnabas (Col. 4:10) and...
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