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ASV Mark Chapter 001 (B2)

Purpose, Provenance, & Metadata Purpose: This file is a series of files generated from the 1901 American Standard Version). The files are graded to different CEFR levels to aid in language aquisition and comprehension, starting at A1 up to the original source language. Source: American Standard Version (1901) CEFR Level: B2 Audio Generation: Edge TTS en-GB-RyanNeural at 100% speed. Generated on: 2026-02-10 Scripture Text (B2) This account marks the beginning of the good news about Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As the prophet Isaiah wrote, "Look, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way." "A voice cries out in the wilderness, 'Prepare the way for the Lord; make his paths straight.'" John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. Consequently, people from all over Judea and Jerusalem went out to him, confessing their sins as he baptized them in the Jordan River. John wore clothes made of camel's hair with a leather belt around his waist, and his diet consisted of locusts and wild honey. He preached, stating, "Someone more powerful than I is coming after me, whose sandal straps I am not worthy to s

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