John 11:29
New International Version
When Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to him.

New Living Translation
So Mary immediately went to him.

English Standard Version
And when she heard it, she rose quickly and went to him.

Berean Standard Bible
And when Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to Him.

Berean Literal Bible
And she, when she heard, rose up quickly and was coming to Him.

King James Bible
As soon as she heard that, she arose quickly, and came unto him.

New King James Version
As soon as she heard that, she arose quickly and came to Him.

New American Standard Bible
And when she heard this, she got up quickly and came to Him.

NASB 1995
And when she heard it, she got up quickly and was coming to Him.

NASB 1977
And when she heard it, she arose quickly, and was coming to Him.

Legacy Standard Bible
And when she heard it, she got up quickly and was coming to Him.

Amplified Bible
And when she heard this, she got up quickly and went to Him.

Christian Standard Bible
As soon as Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
As soon as she heard this, she got up quickly and went to Him.

American Standard Version
And she, when she heard it, arose quickly, and went unto him.

Contemporary English Version
As soon as Mary heard this, she got up and went out to Jesus.

English Revised Version
And she, when she heard it, arose quickly, and went unto him.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to Jesus.

Good News Translation
When Mary heard this, she got up and hurried out to meet him. (

International Standard Version
As soon as Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to him.

Majority Standard Bible
And when Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to Him.

NET Bible
So when Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to him.

New Heart English Bible
When she heard this, she arose quickly, and went to him.

Webster's Bible Translation
As soon as she heard that, she arose quickly, and came to him.

Weymouth New Testament
So she, on hearing that, rose up quickly to go to Him.

World English Bible
When she heard this, she arose quickly and went to him.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
she, when she heard, rises up quickly, and comes to Him;

Berean Literal Bible
And she, when she heard, rose up quickly and was coming to Him.

Young's Literal Translation
she, when she heard, riseth up quickly, and doth come to him;

Smith's Literal Translation
She, when she heard, arises quickly, and comes to him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
She, as soon as she heard this, riseth quickly, and cometh to him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
When she heard this, she rose up quickly and went to him.

New American Bible
As soon as she heard this, she rose quickly and went to him.

New Revised Standard Version
And when she heard it, she got up quickly and went to him.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
When Mary heard it, she rose up quickly and came to him.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And when Maryam heard, she arose quickly and came to him.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
When she heard it, she rose quickly and came to him.

Godbey New Testament
She, when she heard, arises quickly, and comes to Him:

Haweis New Testament
As soon as she heard it, she rose hastily, and came to him.

Mace New Testament
no sooner she heard that, but she arose with all speed, and came to him.

Weymouth New Testament
So she, on hearing that, rose up quickly to go to Him.

Worrell New Testament
And she, when she heard it, arose quickly, and went to Him.

Worsley New Testament
As soon as she heard it, she gets up with all speed and comes to Him.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jesus Comforts Martha and Mary
28After Martha had said this, she went back and called her sister Mary aside to tell her, “The Teacher is here and is asking for you.” 29And when Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to Him. 30Now Jesus had not yet entered the village, but was still at the place where Martha had met Him.…

Cross References
John 11:20-28
So when Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet Him, but Mary stayed at home. / Martha said to Jesus, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died. / But even now I know that God will give You whatever You ask of Him.” ...

John 10:3-4
The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen for his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. / When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his voice.

John 12:1-3
Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, the hometown of Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead. / So they hosted a dinner for Jesus there. Martha served, and Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with Him. / Then Mary took about a pint of expensive perfume, made of pure nard, and she anointed Jesus’ feet and wiped them with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume.

Luke 10:38-42
As they traveled along, Jesus entered a village where a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. / She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to His message. / But Martha was distracted by all the preparations to be made. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her to help me!” ...

John 1:38-39
Jesus turned and saw them following. “What do you want?” He asked. They said to Him, “Rabbi” (which means Teacher), “where are You staying?” / “Come and see,” He replied. So they went and saw where He was staying, and spent that day with Him. It was about the tenth hour.

John 20:16
Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to Him in Hebrew, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”).

Mark 5:22-24
A synagogue leader named Jairus arrived, and seeing Jesus, he fell at His feet / and pleaded with Him urgently, “My little daughter is near death. Please come and place Your hands on her, so that she will be healed and live.” / So Jesus went with him, and a large crowd followed and pressed around Him.

Matthew 9:18-19
While Jesus was saying these things, a synagogue leader came and knelt before Him. “My daughter has just died,” he said. “But come and place Your hand on her, and she will live.” / So Jesus got up and went with him, along with His disciples.

Luke 8:41-42
Just then a synagogue leader named Jairus came and fell at Jesus’ feet. He begged Him to come to his house, / because his only daughter, who was about twelve, was dying. As Jesus went with him, the crowds pressed around Him,

John 14:3
And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and welcome you into My presence, so that you also may be where I am.

John 6:37
Everyone the Father gives Me will come to Me, and the one who comes to Me I will never drive away.

John 15:16
You did not choose Me, but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will remain—so that whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you.

Matthew 11:28
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

John 21:7
Then the disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” As soon as Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment (for he had removed it) and jumped into the sea.

John 4:28-30
Then the woman left her water jar, went back into the town, and said to the people, / “Come, see a man who told me everything I ever did. Could this be the Christ?” / So they left the town and made their way toward Jesus.


Treasury of Scripture

As soon as she heard that, she arose quickly, and came to him.

Psalm 27:8
When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek.

Psalm 119:59,60
I thought on my ways, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies…

Proverbs 15:23
A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!

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John 11
1. Jesus raises Lazarus, four days buried.
45. Many Jews believe.
47. The high priests and Pharisees gather a council against Jesus.
49. Caiaphas prophesies.
54. Jesus hides himself.
55. At the Passover they enquire after him, and lay wait for him.














When Mary heard this
The phrase begins with Mary, the sister of Martha and Lazarus, who is central to this narrative. The Greek word for "heard" is "ἤκουσεν" (ēkousen), which implies not just the act of hearing but also understanding and responding. In the context of the Gospel of John, hearing often signifies a deeper spiritual perception. Mary’s hearing is not merely auditory; it is a call to action, reflecting her readiness to respond to Jesus. Historically, Mary is portrayed as one who sits at Jesus' feet, eager to learn and absorb His teachings (Luke 10:39). This moment is consistent with her character, showing her attentiveness and devotion.

she got up quickly
The Greek word for "quickly" is "ταχέως" (tacheōs), indicating immediacy and urgency. This reflects Mary's eagerness and the importance she places on Jesus' presence. Her swift action is a demonstration of her faith and love for Jesus. In the cultural context of the time, women were often expected to be reserved, yet Mary’s promptness shows her breaking through societal norms due to her deep commitment to Christ. This urgency can inspire believers today to respond promptly to the call of Christ in their lives.

and went to Him
The phrase "went to Him" signifies movement towards Jesus, both physically and spiritually. The Greek verb "ἦλθεν" (ēlthen) is used here, which is often employed in the New Testament to describe coming to Jesus in faith. This movement is not just a physical act but a spiritual journey towards the source of life and resurrection. In the broader scriptural context, coming to Jesus is synonymous with seeking truth, comfort, and salvation. Mary’s action is a powerful testament to her faith and serves as an example for believers to actively seek Jesus in times of need.

(29) She arose quickly.--She was sitting in the house (John 11:20), after the manner of mourners. The news she now hears tells her that their true Comforter was at hand, and she at once goes forth to meet Him.

Verse 29. - And she, as soon as she heard, arose (aorist) quickly, and went forth to (meet) him (imperfect); or, was on the way to come to him - a vivid touch conveyed by the change of tense which has been introduced into the text by the Revisers. The summons is met by prompt obedience, and we see it in immediate resolution and activity.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
And
δὲ (de)
Conjunction
Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc.

when
ὡς (hōs)
Adverb
Strong's 5613: Probably adverb of comparative from hos; which how, i.e. In that manner.

[Mary] heard this,
ἤκουσεν (ēkousen)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear.

she
ἐκείνη (ekeinē)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1565: That, that one there, yonder. From ekei; that one (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed.

got up
ἠγέρθη (ēgerthē)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1453: (a) I wake, arouse, (b) I raise up. Probably akin to the base of agora; to waken, i.e. Rouse.

quickly
ταχὺ (tachy)
Adverb
Strong's 5035: Quickly, speedily. Neuter singular of tachus; shortly, i.e. Without delay, soon, or suddenly, or readily.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

went
ἤρχετο (ērcheto)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2064: To come, go.

to
πρὸς (pros)
Preposition
Strong's 4314: To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.

Him.
αὐτόν (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.


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