Author

John Mark

Written

~AD 55–65

Testament

New Testament

Chapters

16

Key Theme

Jesus as the suffering Servant and Son of God.

Written For

Roman believers

Introduction of Mark

Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, a companion of both Peter and Paul, and was likely the first Gospel written, around the 50s–60s AD. It presents a fast-paced, action-oriented account of Jesus’ ministry, emphasizing His role as the suffering Servant. With vivid scenes and urgent movement from Galilee to the cross, Mark shows Jesus healing, teaching, confronting religious leaders, and ultimately dying in weakness. The dramatic irony of a powerful Messiah who chooses the path of the cross leaves readers confronting the shocking nature of true greatness.