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Mark 16:9-20 — "The Longer Ending"

Whether the longer ending of Mark's Gospel (verses 9-20), absent from the earliest manuscripts, is considered part of canonical Scripture or a later addition.

Overall consensus61/100

Seventh-day Adventist Church

Seventh-day Adventist Church

Adventist & Restorationist

Nuanced

Mark 16:9-20 included canonically; textual scholars note non-original

SDA includes Mark 16:9-20 in canon. However Adventist scholars recognize passage not in most ancient manuscripts and likely later addition. Treated as part of Scripture.\n\nAdventist use of passage not central to unique doctrine. Passage themes of resurrection and commission affirmed. Adventist approach acknowledges textual complexity while maintaining canonical status.

Scripture References

Sources

  • Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
  • Seventh-day Adventist Fundamental Beliefs (27 beliefs)
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