New International VersionLater Jesus appeared to the Eleven as they were eating; he rebuked them for their lack of faith and their stubborn refusal to believe those who had seen him after he had risen.
New Living TranslationStill later he appeared to the eleven disciples as they were eating together. He rebuked them for their stubborn unbelief because they refused to believe those who had seen him after he had been raised from the dead.
English Standard VersionAfterward he appeared to the eleven themselves as they were reclining at table, and he rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they had not believed those who saw him after he had risen.
Berean Standard BibleLater, as they were eating, Jesus appeared to the Eleven and rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen Him after He had risen.
Berean Literal BibleAnd afterward, as they were reclining, He appeared to the eleven and rebuked their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those having seen Him arisen.
King James BibleAfterward he appeared unto the eleven as they sat at meat, and upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not them which had seen him after he was risen.
New King James VersionLater He appeared to the eleven as they sat at the table; and He rebuked their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen Him after He had risen.
New American Standard BibleLater He appeared to the eleven disciples themselves as they were reclining at the table; and He reprimanded them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they had not believed those who had seen Him after He had risen from the dead.
NASB 1995Afterward He appeared to the eleven themselves as they were reclining at the table; and He reproached them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they had not believed those who had seen Him after He had risen.
NASB 1977And afterward He appeared to the eleven themselves as they were reclining at the table; and He reproached them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they had not believed those who had seen Him after He had risen.
Legacy Standard BibleAfterward He appeared to the eleven themselves as they were reclining at the table; and He reproached them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they had not believed those who had seen Him after He had risen.
Amplified BibleLater, Jesus appeared to the eleven [disciples] themselves as they were reclining at the table; and He called them to account for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they had not believed those who had seen Him after He had risen [from death].
Christian Standard BibleLater he appeared to the Eleven themselves as they were reclining at the table. He rebuked their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who saw him after he had risen.
Holman Christian Standard BibleLater, He appeared to the Eleven themselves as they were reclining at the table. He rebuked their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who saw Him after He had been resurrected.
American Standard VersionAnd afterward he was manifested unto the eleven themselves as they sat at meat; and he upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not them that had seen him after he was risen.
Contemporary English VersionAfterwards, Jesus appeared to his eleven disciples as they were eating. He scolded them because they were too stubborn to believe the ones who had seen him after he had been raised to life.
English Revised VersionAnd afterward he was manifested unto the eleven themselves as they sat at meat; and he upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not them which had seen him after he was risen.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationStill later Jesus appeared to the eleven apostles while they were eating. He put them to shame for their unbelief and because they were too stubborn to believe those who had seen him alive.
Good News TranslationLast of all, Jesus appeared to the eleven disciples as they were eating. He scolded them, because they did not have faith and because they were too stubborn to believe those who had seen him alive.
International Standard VersionFinally he appeared to his eleven disciples while they were eating. He rebuked them for their unbelief and stubbornness, because they had not believed those who had seen him after he had risen.
NET BibleThen he appeared to the eleven themselves, while they were eating, and he rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen him resurrected.
New Heart English BibleAfterward he was revealed to the eleven themselves as they were reclining, and he rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen him after he had risen.
Webster's Bible TranslationAfterward he appeared to the eleven, as they sat at table, and upbraided them with their unbelief, and hardness of heart, because they believed not them who had seen him after he was risen.
Weymouth New TestamentLater still He showed Himself to the Eleven themselves whilst they were at table, and He upbraided them with their unbelief and obstinacy in not having believed those who had seen Him alive. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleLater, as they were eating, Jesus appeared to the Eleven and rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen Him after He had risen.
World English BibleAfterward he was revealed to the eleven themselves as they sat at the table; and he rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they didn’t believe those who had seen him after he had risen. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAfterward, as they are reclining, He appeared to the Eleven, and reproached their unbelief and stiffness of heart, because they did not believe those having seen Him being raised;
Berean Literal BibleAnd afterward, as they were reclining, He appeared to the eleven and rebuked their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those having seen Him arisen.
Young's Literal Translation Afterwards, as they are reclining (at meat), he was manifested to the eleven, and did reproach their unbelief and stiffness of heart, because they believed not those having seen him being raised;
Smith's Literal TranslationAfterwards to those reclining at table was he manifested, and he reproached their unbelief and hard heart, because they believed not them having seen him raised. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAt length he appeared to the eleven as they were at table: and he upbraided them with their incredulity and hardness of heart, because they did not believe them who had seen him after he was risen again.
Catholic Public Domain VersionFinally, he appeared to the eleven, as they sat at table. And he rebuked them for their incredulity and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen that he had risen again.
New American Bible[But] later, as the eleven were at table, he appeared to them and rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart because they had not believed those who saw him after he had been raised.
New Revised Standard VersionLater he appeared to the eleven themselves as they were sitting at the table; and he upbraided them for their lack of faith and stubbornness, because they had not believed those who saw him after he had risen. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAt last he appeared to the eleven while they were reclining, and he upbraided them for their little faith and the dulness of their hearts, because they had not believed those who saw him risen.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishBut afterward, he appeared to the eleven when they reclined at a meal and he condemned the lack of their faith and the callousness of their heart, because they had not believed them who had seen him before. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAfterward he appeared to the eleven as they reclined at table; and he reproached them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen him after he had risen.
Godbey New Testament
Haweis New Testament
Afterwards he shewed himself to the eleven, as they were sitting at table, and upbraided them for their infidelity and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen him after he was risen.
Mace New Testament
afterwards he appear'd to the eleven, as they were all sitting at table, and he reproved them for their incredulity and obstinacy in not giving credit to those, who had seen him after his resurrection.
Weymouth New Testament
Later still He showed Himself to the Eleven themselves whilst they were at table, and He upbraided them with their unbelief and obstinacy in not having believed those who had seen Him alive.
Worrell New Testament
And afterward He was manifested to the eleven themselves, as they were recliningat table, and upbraided them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not those who saw Him after He had risen.
Worsley New Testament
At last he appeared to the eleven as they were sitting at table, and upbraided them with their unbelief, and hardness of heart; because they did not believe those who had seen Him after He was risen.
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Context The Great Commission13And they went back and reported it to the rest, but they did not believe them either. 14Later,as theywere eating,Jesus appearedto theElevenandrebuked themfor theirunbeliefandhardness of heart,becausethey did not believethosewho had seenHimafter He had risen.15And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.…
Cross References Matthew 28:16-17Meanwhile, the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain Jesus had designated. / When they saw Him, they worshiped Him, but some doubted.
Luke 24:36-43While they were describing these events, Jesus Himself stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” / But they were startled and frightened, thinking they had seen a spirit. / “Why are you troubled,” Jesus asked, “and why do doubts arise in your hearts? ...
John 20:19-23It was the first day of the week, and that very evening, while the disciples were together with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them. “Peace be with you!” He said to them. / After He had said this, He showed them His hands and His side. The disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. / Again Jesus said to them, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent Me, so also I am sending you.” ...
Acts 1:3After His suffering, He presented Himself to them with many convincing proofs that He was alive. He appeared to them over a span of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God.
1 Corinthians 15:5and that He appeared to Cephas and then to the Twelve.
Matthew 17:17“O unbelieving and perverse generation!” Jesus replied. “How long must I remain with you? How long must I put up with you? Bring the boy here to Me.”
John 20:24-29Now Thomas called Didymus, one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. / So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he replied, “Unless I see the nail marks in His hands, and put my finger where the nails have been, and put my hand into His side, I will never believe.” / Eight days later, His disciples were once again inside with the doors locked, and Thomas was with them. Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” ...
Luke 24:11But their words seemed like nonsense to them, and they did not believe the women.
Acts 9:4-5He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?” / “Who are You, Lord?” Saul asked. “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” He replied.
Hebrews 3:12See to it, brothers, that none of you has a wicked heart of unbelief that turns away from the living God.
Psalm 78:32-33In spite of all this, they kept on sinning; despite His wonderful works, they did not believe. / So He ended their days in futility, and their years in sudden terror.
Isaiah 6:9-10And He replied: “Go and tell this people, ‘Be ever hearing, but never understanding; be ever seeing, but never perceiving.’ / Make the hearts of this people calloused; deafen their ears and close their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed.”
Ezekiel 2:5-7And whether they listen or refuse to listen—for they are a rebellious house—they will know that a prophet has been among them. / But you, son of man, do not be afraid of them or their words. Do not be afraid, though briers and thorns surround you, and you dwell among scorpions. Do not be afraid of their words or dismayed by their presence, though they are a rebellious house. / But speak My words to them, whether they listen or refuse to listen, for they are rebellious.
Jeremiah 5:21“Hear this, O foolish and senseless people, who have eyes but do not see, who have ears but do not hear.
Zechariah 7:11-12But they refused to pay attention and turned a stubborn shoulder; they stopped up their ears from hearing. / They made their hearts like flint and would not listen to the law or to the words that the LORD of Hosts had sent by His Spirit through the earlier prophets. Therefore great anger came from the LORD of Hosts.
Treasury of Scripture Afterward he appeared to the eleven as they sat at meat, and upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not them which had seen him after he was risen. he appeared. Luke 24:36-43 And as they thus spake, Jesus himself stood in the midst of them, and saith unto them, Peacebe unto you… John 20:19,20 Then the same day at evening, being the firstday of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peacebe unto you… 1 Corinthians 15:5 And that he was seen of Cephas, then of the twelve: at meat. Mark 7:18 And he saith unto them, Are ye so without understanding also? Do ye not perceive, that whatsoever thing from without entereth into the man,it cannot defile him; Mark 8:17,18 And when Jesus knewit, he saith unto them, Why reason ye, because ye have no bread? perceive ye not yet, neither understand? have ye your heart yet hardened? … Matthew 11:20 Then began he to upbraid the cities wherein most of his mighty works were done, because they repented not: unbelief. Numbers 14:11 And the LORD said unto Moses, How long will this people provoke me? and how long will it be ere they believe me, for all the signs which I have shewed among them? Psalm 95:8-11 Harden not your heart, as in the provocation,and asin the day of temptation in the wilderness: … Hebrews 3:7,8,15-19 Wherefore (as the Holy Ghost saith, To day if ye will hear his voice, … Jump to Previous AfterwardAfterwardsAppearedBeliefBelieveBelievedDeadElevenFaithFoodHardHardnessHeartHeartsLaterMeatRebukedRevealedRisenSatSharpShowedTableThemselvesUnbeliefUpbraidedWhilstWordsJump to Next AfterwardAfterwardsAppearedBeliefBelieveBelievedDeadElevenFaithFoodHardHardnessHeartHeartsLaterMeatRebukedRevealedRisenSatSharpShowedTableThemselvesUnbeliefUpbraidedWhilstWordsMark 16 1.An Angel declares the resurrection of Jesus to three women.9.Jesus himself appears to Mary Magdalene;12.to two going into the country;14.then to the apostles;15.whom he sends forth to preach the gospel;19.and ascends into heaven.Later, as they were eatingThis event occurs after the resurrection of Jesus, during a meal, which was a common setting for fellowship and teaching in Jewish culture. Meals were significant in the ancient Near East, often symbolizing community and covenant. The disciples were likely gathered in a private home, possibly in Jerusalem, where they had been staying since the crucifixion. Jesus appeared to the Eleven
The "Eleven" refers to the original twelve disciples minus Judas Iscariot, who had betrayed Jesus and subsequently died. This appearance underscores the physical resurrection of Jesus, affirming His bodily presence. The number eleven highlights the incomplete state of the group, soon to be restored with the addition of Matthias (Acts 1:26). and rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart
Jesus' rebuke indicates the seriousness of the disciples' doubt and spiritual insensitivity. Despite His previous predictions of His resurrection (Mark 8:31, 9:31, 10:34), they struggled to accept the testimony of the resurrection. This hardness of heart is a recurring theme in Scripture, often associated with a lack of faith and understanding (Hebrews 3:12-13). because they did not believe those who had seen Him after He had risen
The disciples' disbelief in the testimony of the women and other witnesses (such as Mary Magdalene and the two disciples on the road to Emmaus) highlights the challenge of accepting the miraculous. This skepticism serves as a contrast to the faith that Jesus calls His followers to exhibit. The resurrection is a cornerstone of Christian faith, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies (Psalm 16:10,Isaiah 53:10-12) and affirming Jesus as the Messiah. Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe resurrected Christ who appears to His disciples, demonstrating His victory over death and His divine authority. 2. The ElevenThe remaining disciples of Jesus, excluding Judas Iscariot, who are gathered together and are rebuked for their unbelief. 3. The MealThe setting in which Jesus appears to the disciples, indicating a moment of fellowship and community. 4. The RebukeJesus' correction of the disciples for their lack of faith and hardness of heart, emphasizing the importance of belief in His resurrection. 5. Witnesses of the ResurrectionThose who had seen Jesus after His resurrection and whose testimony the disciples initially doubted. Teaching Points The Importance of FaithJesus' rebuke highlights the necessity of faith in the Christian life. Belief in the resurrection is foundational to the gospel message. The Danger of Hardness of HeartSpiritual insensitivity can hinder our ability to recognize and respond to God's work. We must guard against becoming hardened by doubt or disbelief. The Role of WitnessesThe testimony of those who have encountered Christ is vital. We are called to listen to and share these testimonies to strengthen our faith and the faith of others. Community and FellowshipJesus appears to the disciples while they are gathered together, underscoring the importance of community in experiencing and understanding God's presence. Responding to CorrectionJesus' rebuke is an act of love, intended to restore and redirect the disciples. We should be open to correction that leads us closer to God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Mark 16:14?
2.How does Mark 16:14 challenge us to strengthen our faith in Jesus?
3.What does Jesus' rebuke in Mark 16:14 teach about belief and doubt?
4.How can we apply Jesus' patience in Mark 16:14 to our relationships?
5.How does Mark 16:14 connect with Hebrews 11:6 on faith's importance?
6.In what ways can we overcome unbelief as seen in Mark 16:14?
7.Why did Jesus rebuke the disciples for their unbelief in Mark 16:14?
8.How does Mark 16:14 address the theme of doubt among believers?
9.What historical evidence supports the resurrection account in Mark 16:14?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 16?
11.Could the contradictory accounts of the resurrection in Mark 16:14–18 versus other Gospel narratives indicate historical inconsistencies?
12.Why do demons remain silent?
13.Did Herod think that Jesus was John the Baptist? Yes (Matthew 14:2; Mark 6:16) No (Luke 9:9)
14.How many disciples did Jesus appear to after his resurrection: Twelve (1 Cor 15:5) or Eleven (Matt 27:3-5; Acts 1:9-26; Matt 28:16; Mark 16:14; Luke 24:9, 33)?What Does Mark 16:14 Mean Later• The word signals a short interval after the earlier resurrection appearances recorded in this same chapter (Mark 16:9–13). • This moment takes place on Resurrection Sunday evening, harmonizing with Luke’s report: “That very hour they got up and returned to Jerusalem… While they were describing these things, Jesus Himself stood among them” (Luke 24:33, 36). • Scripture presents an exact historical timeline; each “later” anchors us in real, literal events (Acts 1:3).
as they were eating• The risen Lord chooses an ordinary supper setting, underscoring His bodily resurrection—people who eat are alive in flesh and bone (Luke 24:41-43). • Shared meals foster fellowship and clarity; here, what should have been a moment of rejoicing becomes a lesson on faith. • Similar mealtime revelations include Emmaus (Luke 24:30-31) and the Galilean breakfast (John 21:12-14), showing Jesus’ consistent desire to meet His followers in daily life.
Jesus appeared to the Eleven• “Eleven” highlights Judas’s absence and confirms the literal identity of those present (Matthew 28:16). • The verb “appeared” is not visionary but physical; John records: “Jesus came and stood among them and said, ‘Peace be with you.’ …He showed them His hands and His side” (John 20:19-20). • This appearance fulfills repeated promises (Mark 8:31; 9:31; 10:34) and validates every prophecy concerning His resurrection.
and rebuked them for their unbelief and hardness of heart• The Lord’s rebuke is loving discipline, not rejection (Revelation 3:19). • Unbelief isn’t mere doubt; it is a willful refusal to accept God’s revealed truth (Hebrews 3:12-13). • “Hardness of heart” echoes prior warnings given to the disciples during His ministry (Mark 6:52; 8:17). • Jesus models shepherd-leadership: He corrects first, then commissions (Mark 16:15).
because they did not believe those who had seen Him after He had risen• Eyewitnesses included Mary Magdalene (Mark 16:9-11) and the two from Emmaus (Mark 16:12-13;Luke 24:33-35). • By refusing their testimony, the Eleven disregarded a God-ordained means of revelation; “Every matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses” (Deuteronomy 19:15). • The rebuke teaches the church to honor credible witness. Later, these very men will proclaim, “We cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard” (Acts 4:20), turning their earlier failure into fervent ministry. • Paul summarizes this chain of witnesses: “He appeared to Cephas, then to the Twelve…then He appeared to more than five hundred brothers at once” (1 Corinthians 15:5-6).
summaryMark 16:14 records a real evening when the risen Jesus stepped into a meal, confronted unbelief, and confirmed eyewitness testimony. His bodily presence proves the resurrection; His rebuke exposes the seriousness of refusing revealed truth; His patience prepares the Eleven to become bold witnesses. The verse calls every reader to trust the trustworthy accounts God has provided and to move from hardness of heart to obedient proclamation. (14) Afterward he appeared unto the eleven.--See Notes on Luke 24:36-43. Verse 14. - And afterward ( ὕστερον δὲ) he was manifested ( ἐφανερώθη) unto the eleventhemselves ( αὐτοῖς τοῖς ἔνδεκα) as they sat at meat. There is an emphasis here on the word "themselves." The former appearances had been to persons not having any official character. But now he appears to the eleven apostles, when they were all gathered together at the close of that memorable day. "Unto the eleven." If, as seems evident, this appearance refers to the day of our Lord's resurrection, there would be only ten present; for Thomas was not then with them. Still, they might be called the eleven, because the apostolic college was reduced to eleven after the betrayal by Judas; so that they might still be called the eleven, although Thomas was absent. St. Bernard says on this, "If Christ comes and is present when we sit at meat, how much more when we kneel in prayer!" He upbraided them ( ὠνείδισε). This is a strong word of rebuke. They ought to have received the testimony of competent witnesses. But their doubts were only removed by the evidence of their senses; just as afterwards in the case of Thomas. St. Mark is always careful to record the rebukes administered by our Lord to his apostles.
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Greek LaterὝστερον(Hysteron)Adverb
Strong's 5305:Lastly, afterward, later. Neuter of husteros as adverb; more lately, i.e. Eventually.as they were eating,ἀνακειμένοις(anakeimenois)Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 345:To recline, especially at a dinner-table. From ana and keimai; to recline.[Jesus] appearedἐφανερώθη(ephanerōthē)Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5319:To make clear (visible, manifest), make known. From phaneros; to render apparent.to theτοῖς(tois)Article - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.elevenἕνδεκα(hendeka)Adjective - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 1733:Eleven. From heis and deka; one and ten, i.e. Eleven.andκαὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.rebuked themὠνείδισεν(ōneidisen)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 3679:To reproach, revile, upbraid. From oneidos; to defame, i.e. Rail at, chide, taunt.for theirαὐτῶν(autōn)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.unbeliefἀπιστίαν(apistian)Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 570:Unbelief, unfaithfulness, distrust. From apistos; faithlessness, i.e. disbelief, or unfaithfulness.andκαὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.hardness of heart,σκληροκαρδίαν(sklērokardian)Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4641:Feminine of a compound of skleros and kardia; hard-heartedness, i.e., destitution of perception.becauseὅτι(hoti)Conjunction
Strong's 3754:Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.they did not believeἐπίστευσαν(episteusan)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 4100:From pistis; to have faith, i.e. Credit; by implication, to entrust.thoseτοῖς(tois)Article - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3588:The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.who had seenθεασαμένοις(theasamenois)Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 2300:A prolonged form of a primary verb; to look closely at, i.e. perceive; by extension to visit.Himαὐτὸν(auton)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.after He had risen.ἐγηγερμένον(egēgermenon)Verb - Perfect Participle Middle or Passive - Accusative Masculine Singular
Strong's 1453:(a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse.
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