Mark highlights a key moment in Jesus' ministry. He challenges the Pharisees' strict interpretation of the Sabbath law.
- Jesus walks through grain fields with His disciples.
- The disciples pluck heads of grain to eat.
- Pharisees accuse them of breaking the law.
- Jesus states, “The Sabbath was made to meet the needs of people.”
This statement shifts the understanding of the law. It emphasizes the purpose of the Sabbath as a gift for rest and restoration. This passage encourages reflection on our relationship with laws and guidelines in our lives.
