Jesus Departs on a Preaching Tour

35 Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.

Other Translations of Mark 1:35

King James Version

Jesus Departs on a Preaching Tour

35 And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.

English Standard Version

Jesus Departs on a Preaching Tour

35 And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed.

The Message

Jesus Departs on a Preaching Tour

35 While it was still night, way before dawn, he got up and went out to a secluded spot and prayed.

New King James Version

Jesus Departs on a Preaching Tour

35 Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed.

New Living Translation

Jesus Departs on a Preaching Tour

35 Before daybreak the next morning, Jesus got up and went out to an isolated place to pray.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Mark 1:35

Commentary on Mark 1:29-39

(Read Mark 1:29-39)

Wherever Christ comes, he comes to do good. He cures, that we may minister to him, and to others who are his, and for his sake. Those kept from public ordinances by sickness or other real hinderances, may expect the Saviour's gracious presence; he will soothe their sorrows, and abate their pains. Observe how numerous the patients were. When others speed well with Christ, it should quicken us in seeking after him. Christ departed into a solitary place. Though he was in no danger of distraction, or of temptation to vain-glory, yet he retired. Those who have the most business in public, and of the best kind, must yet sometimes be alone with God.