This book contains no direct quotes from Jesus proclaiming himself the Messiah, instead using the term "son of man.
The translations provided for Aramaic phrases in this book indicate its probably non-Jewish audience. Some manuscripts of this book omit the final eleven verses, which include "they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all." This book contains no direct quotes from Jesus proclaiming himself the Messiah, instead using the term "son of man." It was the first Gospel to be (*) written and became the source for the other two synoptic gospels, Matthew and Luke. For 10 points, name this traditional second book of the New Testament.
The translations provided for Aramaic phrases in this book indicate its probably non-Jewish audience.
Book of {Mark} [or The Holy Gospel Of Jesus Christ According To St. {Mark}]