ESV Reformation Study Bible – Mark 3:21
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Mark 3:21

3:21 his family. Some interpreters identify these as Jesus’ family, others propose associates, or friends. However, the group is possibly identified in v. 31 as “his mother and his brothers.”

out of his mind. The phrase expresses an attitude of unbelief toward Jesus by those who humanly were closest to Him.