Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary Mark 13:26

"And then shall they see the Son of man coming in clouds with great power and glory." — Mark 13:26 (ASV)

The celestial drama reaches a climax when the Son of Man comes in the clouds with “great power and glory.” Jesus describes his coming in these verses almost entirely in the words of Scripture. The reference here is to Da 7:13, the first time our Lord definitely connects the title “Son of Man” with the Daniel prophecy (cf. Mark 14:62).

The major emphasis of these verses is on disclosure and triumph. Whereas the Son of Man has been veiled in his first coming, now he is revealed. People will see him for who he really is, and he will come in triumph with great power and glory. His chief concern at his coming will be to bring together his people so that they may be with him. Therefore he sends forth his angels to gather the elect from all over the world.