What does Mark 11:29 mean?

Mark 11:29 highlights themes such as authority, wisdom, teaching when read in context.

How should I apply Mark 11:29 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And Jesus answered and said unto them, I will also ask of you one question, and answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these things.

27And they come again to Jerusalem: and as he was walking in the temple, there come to him the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders,

28And say unto him, By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority to do these things?

29And Jesus answered and said unto them, I will also ask of you one question, and answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these things.

30The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? answer me.

31And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven; he will say, Why then did ye not believe him?

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Matthew 21:24-27
Both passages show Jesus responding to challenges about His authority.
Luke 20:3-8
This account also depicts Jesus questioning His challengers regarding His authority.