Mark 14:72 Meaning
And the second time the cock crew. And Peter called to mind the word that Jesus said unto him, Before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice. And when he thought thereon, he wept.
Context Explained
70And he denied it again. And a little after, they that stood by said again to Peter, Surely thou art one of them: for thou art a Galilaean, and thy speech agreeth thereto.
71But he began to curse and to swear, saying, I know not this man of whom ye speak.
72And the second time the cock crew. And Peter called to mind the word that Jesus said unto him, Before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice. And when he thought thereon, he wept.
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Related Cross References
John 21:15
After His resurrection, Jesus restores Peter, emphasizing forgiveness.
Matthew 26:75
Matthew also records Peter's remorse after denying Jesus.
Luke 22:61
Luke describes the moment Jesus looked at Peter after the denial, deepening the emotional impact.
Source: Mark 14:72