Mark 16:20They went out, and preached everywhere, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word by the signs that followed. Amen.
The setting
Throughout the Roman Empire, 33-60 AD. The disciples spread across the known world, preaching in synagogues, marketplaces, and homes.
The emotion here: triumphant celebration of mission accomplished
The original word
sunergountos (συνεργοῦντος) — working alongside as a partner, not just helping from distance
Why it matters
Within 30 years of Jesus' ascension, churches existed from Spain to India
Read with care
What most readers miss in Mark 16:20
The 'Amen' signals this is Mark's conclusion—his entire Gospel aimed at this moment of global mission
Common misconceptionPeople think the disciples succeeded through their own courage and eloquence, but Mark emphasizes it was 'the Lord working with them'—divine partnership, not human achievement.
The thread continues
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Bible Genome reading
Mark 16:20 — Bible Genome reading
Emotional genome
Mark 16:20 comes from the book of Mark, written during the gospel period. These words are attributed to Mark. The dominant emotion in this verse is starting, with a comfort power of 60% and a tone that is celebratory. It belongs to the narrative genre of biblical literature. Key themes include mission, partnership. Notable phrases: preached everywhere; Lord working with them.
Emotionally similar
Verses that meet the same starting
“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”
— Genesis 1:1
“God said, "Let there be light," and there was light.”
— Genesis 1:3
“I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”
— Philippians 4:13
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you. You will be witnesses to me in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and t…”
— Acts 1:8
“Peter said to them, "Repent, and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins, and you will receiv…”
— Acts 2:38
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