Mark 14:66
New International Version
While Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the servant girls of the high priest came by.

New Living Translation
Meanwhile, Peter was in the courtyard below. One of the servant girls who worked for the high priest came by

English Standard Version
And as Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the servant girls of the high priest came,

Berean Standard Bible
While Peter was in the courtyard below, one of the servant girls of the high priest came down

Berean Literal Bible
And Peter being below in the courtyard, one of the servant girls of the high priest comes,

King James Bible
And as Peter was beneath in the palace, there cometh one of the maids of the high priest:

New King James Version
Now as Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the servant girls of the high priest came.

New American Standard Bible
And while Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the slave women of the high priest came,

NASB 1995
As Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the servant-girls of the high priest came,

NASB 1977
And as Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the servant-girls of the high priest came,

Legacy Standard Bible
And as Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the servant-girls of the high priest came,

Amplified Bible
While Peter was down below in the courtyard, one of the servant-girls of the high priest came,

Christian Standard Bible
While Peter was in the courtyard below, one of the high priest’s maidservants came.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
While Peter was in the courtyard below, one of the high priest’s servants came.

American Standard Version
And as Peter was beneath in the court, there cometh one of the maids of the high priest;

Contemporary English Version
While Peter was still in the courtyard, a servant girl of the high priest came up

English Revised Version
And as Peter was beneath in the court, there cometh one of the maids of the high priest;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Peter was in the courtyard. One of the chief priest's female servants

Good News Translation
Peter was still down in the courtyard when one of the High Priest's servant women came by.

International Standard Version
While Peter was down in the courtyard, one of the high priest's servant girls came by.

Majority Standard Bible
While Peter was in the courtyard below, one of the servant girls of the high priest came down

NET Bible
Now while Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the high priest's slave girls came by.

New Heart English Bible
Now as Peter was in the courtyard below, one of the servant girls of the high priest came,

Webster's Bible Translation
And as Peter was below in the palace, there cometh one of the maids of the high priest:

Weymouth New Testament
Now while Peter was below in the quadrangle, one of the High Priest's maidservants came,

World English Bible
As Peter was in the courtyard below, one of the maids of the high priest came,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Peter being in the hall beneath, there comes one of the maids of the chief priest,

Berean Literal Bible
And Peter being below in the courtyard, one of the servant girls of the high priest comes,

Young's Literal Translation
And Peter being in the hall beneath, there doth come one of the maids of the chief priest,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Peter being in the hall how, one of the chief priest's young girls comes:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Now when Peter was in the court below, there cometh one of the maidservants of the high priest.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And while Peter was in the court below, one of the maidservants of the high priest arrived.

New American Bible
While Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the high priest’s maids came along.

New Revised Standard Version
While Peter was below in the courtyard, one of the servant-girls of the high priest came by.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when Simon was below in the courtyard, there came a young maidservant of the high priest;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And while Shimeon was below in the courtyard, a certain handmaid of The High Priest came.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And while Peter was in the court below, one of the maid servants of the chief priest came;

Godbey New Testament
And Peter being in the court, one of the maidservants of the high priest comes down;

Haweis New Testament
And as Peter was in the hall, at the lower end, there came to him one of the high-priest’s maid-servants:

Mace New Testament
In the mean time Peter was in the entry of the hall, where one of the maids belonging to the high priest came:

Weymouth New Testament
Now while Peter was below in the quadrangle, one of the High Priest's maidservants came,

Worrell New Testament
And, as Peter was beneath in the court, there comes one of the maids of the high priest;

Worsley New Testament
And Peter being in the hall below, there came one of the maid-servants of the high priest;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Peter Denies Jesus
65Then some of them began to spit on Him. They blindfolded Him, struck Him with their fists, and said to Him, “Prophesy!” And the officers received Him with slaps in His face. 66While Peter was in the courtyard below, one of the servant girls of the high priest came down 67and saw him warming himself there. She looked at Peter and said, “You also were with Jesus the Nazarene.”…

Cross References
Matthew 26:69-75
Meanwhile, Peter was sitting out in the courtyard, and a servant girl came up to him. “You also were with Jesus the Galilean,” she said. / But he denied it before them all: “I do not know what you are talking about.” / When Peter had gone out to the gateway, another servant girl saw him and said to the people there, “This man was with Jesus of Nazareth.” ...

Luke 22:54-62
Then they seized Jesus, led Him away, and took Him into the house of the high priest. And Peter followed at a distance. / When those present had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and sat down together, Peter sat down among them. / A servant girl saw him seated in the firelight and looked intently at him. “This man also was with Him,” she said. ...

John 18:15-18
Now Simon Peter and another disciple were following Jesus. Since that disciple was known to the high priest, he also went with Jesus into the courtyard of the high priest. / But Peter stood outside at the door. Then the disciple who was known to the high priest went out and spoke to the doorkeeper, and brought Peter in. / At this, the servant girl watching the door said to Peter, “Aren’t you also one of this man’s disciples?” “I am not,” he answered. ...

John 18:25-27
Simon Peter was still standing and warming himself. So they asked him, “Aren’t you also one of His disciples?” He denied it and said, “I am not.” / One of the high priest’s servants, a relative of the man whose ear Peter had cut off, asked, “Didn’t I see you with Him in the garden?” / Peter denied it once more, and immediately a rooster crowed.

Matthew 26:58
But Peter followed Him at a distance, right up to the courtyard of the high priest. And he went in and sat down with the guards to see the outcome.

Luke 22:55
When those present had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and sat down together, Peter sat down among them.

John 18:16
But Peter stood outside at the door. Then the disciple who was known to the high priest went out and spoke to the doorkeeper, and brought Peter in.

John 13:36-38
“Lord, where are You going?” Simon Peter asked. Jesus answered, “Where I am going, you cannot follow Me now, but you will follow later.” / “Lord,” said Peter, “why can’t I follow You now? I will lay down my life for You.” / “Will you lay down your life for Me?” Jesus replied. “Truly, truly, I tell you, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.

Matthew 26:33-35
Peter said to Him, “Even if all fall away on account of You, I never will.” / “Truly I tell you,” Jesus declared, “this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.” / Peter replied, “Even if I have to die with You, I will never deny You.” And all the other disciples said the same thing.

Luke 22:31-34
Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you like wheat. / But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith will not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” / “Lord,” said Peter, “I am ready to go with You even to prison and to death.” ...

John 13:37-38
“Lord,” said Peter, “why can’t I follow You now? I will lay down my life for You.” / “Will you lay down your life for Me?” Jesus replied. “Truly, truly, I tell you, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times.

Zechariah 13:7
Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, against the man who is My Companion, declares the LORD of Hosts. Strike the Shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered, and I will turn My hand against the little ones.

Psalm 31:13
For I hear the slander of many; there is terror on every side. They conspire against me and plot to take my life.

Isaiah 53:3
He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not.

Psalm 38:11
My beloved and friends shun my disease, and my kinsmen stand at a distance.


Treasury of Scripture

And as Peter was beneath in the palace, there comes one of the maids of the high priest:

as.

Mark 14:54
And Peter followed him afar off, even into the palace of the high priest: and he sat with the servants, and warmed himself at the fire.

Matthew 26:58,69,70
But Peter followed him afar off unto the high priest's palace, and went in, and sat with the servants, to see the end…

Luke 22:55-57
And when they had kindled a fire in the midst of the hall, and were set down together, Peter sat down among them…

One.

John 18:15-18
And Simon Peter followed Jesus, and so did another disciple: that disciple was known unto the high priest, and went in with Jesus into the palace of the high priest…

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Mark 14
1. A conspiracy against Jesus.
3. Expensive perfume is poured on his head by a woman.
10. Judas sells his Master for money.
12. Jesus himself foretells how he will be betrayed by one of his disciples;
22. after the passover prepared, and eaten, institutes his last supper;
26. declares beforehand the flight of all his disciples, and Peter's denial.
43. Judas betrays him with a kiss.
46. Jesus is apprehended in the garden;
53. falsely accused and impiously condemned of the council;
65. shamefully abused by them;
66. and thrice denied by Peter.














While Peter was in the courtyard below
The phrase "While Peter was in the courtyard below" sets the scene for a pivotal moment in Peter's life. The "courtyard" (Greek: αὐλή, aulē) was a common architectural feature in ancient Jewish homes, especially those of wealthier individuals like the high priest. It was an open space, often surrounded by the house's rooms, where people could gather. The "below" indicates that Peter was in a lower part of the building, possibly suggesting a sense of humility or vulnerability. This setting is significant as it contrasts with the events happening above, where Jesus is being tried. Peter's physical position "below" mirrors his spiritual and emotional state, as he is about to face a test of his faith.

one of the servant girls of the high priest
The mention of "one of the servant girls of the high priest" introduces a seemingly insignificant character who plays a crucial role in the narrative. The Greek word for "servant girl" (παιδίσκη, paidiskē) denotes a young female servant, often of low social status. Her identification as belonging to "the high priest" (ἀρχιερεύς, archiereus) highlights the hierarchical structure of the society and the power dynamics at play. Despite her lowly position, she becomes an instrument in the unfolding of Peter's denial. This encounter reminds us that God can use anyone, regardless of status, to fulfill His purposes.

came down
The phrase "came down" (Greek: καταβαίνω, katabainō) suggests movement and intention. It implies that the servant girl was not passively present but actively approached Peter. This action sets in motion the events leading to Peter's denial. The verb "came down" can also symbolize a descent into a moment of trial for Peter. It is a reminder of the spiritual vigilance required to stand firm in faith, especially when confronted unexpectedly. The servant girl's approach is a divine appointment, testing Peter's allegiance to Christ. This moment challenges believers to consider their own readiness to confess their faith under pressure.

(66) And as Peter was beneath.--See Notes on Matthew 26:69-75.

Verse 66. - And as Peter was beneath in the court. The room in which the Sanhedrim were assembled was an upper chamber.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
While
Καὶ (Kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

Peter
Πέτρου (Petrou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 4074: Peter, a Greek name meaning rock. Apparently a primary word; a rock; as a name, Petrus, an apostle.

was
ὄντος (ontos)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

the
τῇ (tē)
Article - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

courtyard
αὐλῇ (aulē)
Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 833: From the same as aer; a yard; by implication, a mansion.

below,
κάτω (katō)
Adverb
Strong's 2736: (a) down, below, also: downwards, (b) lower, under, less, of a length of time. Also katotero; adverb from kata; downwards.

one
μία (mia)
Adjective - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.

of the
τοῦ (tou)
Article - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

high priest’s
ἀρχιερέως (archiereōs)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 749: High priest, chief priest. From arche and hiereus; the high-priest; by extension a chief priest.

servant girls
παιδισκῶν (paidiskōn)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Plural
Strong's 3814: A female slave, maidservant, maid, young girl. Feminine diminutive of pais; a girl, i.e., a female slave or servant.

came down
ἔρχεται (erchetai)
Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2064: To come, go.


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