Mark 1:9-11 - Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible

Bible Comments

And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan.

For the exposition, see the notes at Matthew 3:13-17.

Mark 1:9-11

9 And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in Jordan.

10 And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened,b and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him:

11 And there came a voice from heaven, saying, Thou art my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.