Journey Through the Gospel of Markნიმუში

Patterns and Story Bundles in Mark
Many of Mark’s stories are interconnected by some thematic element. You might call the inner episode a “sandwiched story.”
Look at the three examples below and after each one, write down what you think the sandwiched story contributes to the common theme.
5:21-24 – Jairus asks Jesus to heal his dying daughter.
SANDWICHED STORY: 5:25-34 – A hemorrhaging woman touches Jesus’ clothing.
5:35-43– Jesus raises Jairus’ daughter to life.
11:12-14 – Jesus curses a fig tree outside of Bethany.
SANDWICHED STORY: 11:15-19 – Jesus expels traders from the Temple.
11:20-25 – Fig tree withers; faith encouraged
14:1-2 – Chief priests want to arrest and kill Jesus.
SANDWICHED STORY: 14:3-9 – Woman anoints Jesus at Bethany.
14:10-11 – Judas arranges to betray Jesus to the chief priests.
Another device Mark uses is the weaving together of miracles and teaching. How would you describe the common theme(s) in Mark 7:31–8:30?
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