Characters in Conflict: Reconsidering Mark’s Characterization of Demons

Recent studies on Mark’s characterization of demons have concluded that the demons in Mark are wholly negative characters. This study argues that Mark portrays demons with more ambiguity by characterizing them in ways that overlap with other character groups, like supplicants. The article concludes...

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Published inJournal for the study of the New Testament Vol. 46; no. 4; pp. 534 - 555
Main Author Hess, Zen
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published London, England SAGE Publications 01.06.2024
Subjects
asymmetrical character portrayals
Apocalyptic
characterization
narrative
demons
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Summary:Recent studies on Mark’s characterization of demons have concluded that the demons in Mark are wholly negative characters. This study argues that Mark portrays demons with more ambiguity by characterizing them in ways that overlap with other character groups, like supplicants. The article concludes by suggesting how this character analysis sheds light on the apocalyptic scenario that undergirds the narrative of the Second Gospel.
ISSN:0142-064X
1745-5294
DOI:10.1177/0142064X241246221