MacLaren's Expositions of Holy Scripture consists of 32 volumes of the exposition of Holy Scriptures, each concerning a certain place in the Bible. This part refers to the Gospel of St. Mark.

The Victory According to Mark is a commentary on the second gospel of Mark.

MacLaren's Expositions of Holy Scripture consists of 32 volumes of the exposition of Holy Scriptures, each concerning a certain place in the Bible. This part refers to the Gospel of St. Mark.

The earliest of the four Gospels, the book portrays Jesus as an enigmatic figure, struggling with enemies, his inner and external demons, and with his devoted but disconcerted disciples. Unlike other gospels, his parables are obscure, to be explained secretly to his followers. With an introduction by Nick Cave

This volume inaugurates a series of accessibly written yet substantive commentaries for use in Catholic universities, seminaries, and parishes.

The author praises Gratian’s zeal for instruction in the Faith, and speaks lowly of his own merits. Taught of God Himself, the Emperor stands in no need of human instruction; yet this his devoutness prepares the way to victory. The task appointed to the author is difficult: in the accomplishment whereof he will be guided not so much by reason and argument as by authority, especially that of the Nicene Council.