Mark 14:41
And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.
Mark 14:41 · King James Version
Meaning
After praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus returns to find his disciples asleep once again. In this verse, he tells them to "Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners." This statement signifies the moment when Jesus realizes that his betrayal and subsequent crucifixion are imminent. Despite his disciples' failure to stay awake and pray with him, Jesus shows compassion by allowing them to rest. He acknowledges that the time has come for him to be handed over to his enemies, who will ultimately lead him to his death on the cross. This verse serves as a turning point in the story of Jesus' sacrifice for humanity, highlighting the significance of his impending betrayal and the beginning of his journey to the cross.
Theological Overview
In this verse from the Gospel of Mark, Jesus tells his disciples to sleep on and take their rest, indicating that their time for vigilance and prayer is coming to an end. The phrase "it is enough" can be interpreted as meaning that the time for preparation is complete, and now is the time for action. Jesus then acknowledges that the hour has come for him to be betrayed into the hands of sinners, foreshadowing his imminent arrest and crucifixion. The title "Son of Man" is a Messianic title used by Jesus to identify himself as the prophesied savior in the Old Testament. Betrayal by sinners emphasizes the sacrificial nature of Jesus' death, serving as a reminder of the redemptive purpose of his suffering. This verse showcases Jesus' acceptance of his impending fate and his willingness to submit to the divine plan for the salvation of humanity.
Mark 14:41 in other translations
American Standard Version
And he cometh the third time, and saith unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is enough; the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.
World English Bible
He came the third time, and said to them, “Sleep on now, and take your rest. It is enough. The hour has come. Behold, the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners.
Douay-Rheims
And he cometh the third time and saith to them: Sleep ye now and take your rest. It is enough. The hour is come: behold the Son of man shall be betrayed into the hands of sinners.
Geneva Bible (1599)
And he came the third time, and said vnto them, Sleepe henceforth, and take your rest: it is ynough: the houre is come: beholde, the Sonne of man is deliuered into the hands of sinners.