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Matthew 14

1 At that season Herod the tetrarch heard the report concerning Jesus,

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 3:1 · Luke 3:19 · Luke 9:7 · Luke 13:31 · Luke 23:7 · Luke 23:15 · Acts 4:27 · Acts 12:1
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • At G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
  • Herod G2264 (Ἡρώδης) — heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings
  • the tetrarch G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the tetrarch G5076 (τετράρχης) — the ruler of a fourth part of a country ("tetrarch")
  • heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • of the fame G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the fame G189 (ἀκοή) — hearing (the act, the sense or the thing heard)
  • of Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites

2 and said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore do these powers work in him.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 11:11 · Matthew 16:14
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • unto G3816 (παῖς) — a boy (as often beaten with impunity), or (by analogy), a girl, and (genitive case) a child; specially, a slave or servant (especially a minister to a king; a…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • servants G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • servants G3816 (παῖς) — a boy (as often beaten with impunity), or (by analogy), a girl, and (genitive case) a child; specially, a slave or servant (especially a minister to a king; a…
  • This G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites
  • the Baptist G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Baptist G910 (Βαπτιστής) — a baptizer, as an epithet of Christ's forerunner
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • is risen G1453 (ἐγείρω) — to waken (transitively or intransitively), i.e. rouse (literally, from sleep, from sitting or lying, from disease, from death; or figuratively, from obscurity…
  • from G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the dead G3498 (νεκρός) — dead (literally or figuratively; also as noun)
  • therefore G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • mighty works G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mighty works G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
  • do shew forth themselves G1754 (ἐνεργέω) — to be active, efficient
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

3 For Herod had laid hold on John, and bound him, and put him in prison for the sake of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 4:12 · Matthew 11:2 · Luke 3:19 · Luke 13:1
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Herod G2264 (Ἡρώδης) — heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings
  • had laid hold on G2902 (κρατέω) — to use strength, i.e. seize or retain (literally or figuratively)
  • John G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites
  • and bound G1210 (δέω) — to bind (in various applications, literally or figuratively)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • put G5087 (τίθημι) — to place (in the widest application, literally and figuratively; properly, in a passive or horizontal posture, and thus different from , which properly denote…
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • prison G5438 (φυλακή) — a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or (specially), the time (as a division of day or night), lite…
  • for G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • Herodias’ sake G2266 (Ἡρωδιάς) — Herodias, a woman of the Heodian family
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • brother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • Philip’s G5376 (Φίλιππος) — fond of horses; Philippus, the name of four Israelites
  • wife G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • wife G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife

4 For John said unto him, It is not lawful for thee to have her.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • John G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • It is G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative idea of b…
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • lawful G1832 (ἔξεστι) — so also neuter present participle of the same (with or without some form of expressed); impersonally, it is right (through the figurative idea of b…
  • for thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • to have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

5 And when he would have put him to death, he feared the multitude, because they counted him as a prophet.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 11:9 · Matthew 21:26 · Matthew 21:32 · Luke 20:6 · Acts 4:21 · Acts 5:26
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • would have G2309 (θέλω) — to determine (as an active option from subjective impulse; whereas properly denotes rather a passive acquiescence in objective considerations), i.e. choose…
  • put him to death G615 (ἀποκτείνω) — to kill outright; figuratively, to destroy
  • he feared G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • the multitude G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the multitude G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • because G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • they counted G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
  • a prophet G4396 (προφήτης) — a foreteller ("prophet"); by analogy, an inspired speaker; by extension, a poet

6 But when Herod’s birthday came, the daughter of Herodias danced in the midst, and pleased Herod.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But when G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Herod’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Herod’s G2264 (Ἡρώδης) — heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings
  • birthday G1077 (γενέσια) — birthday ceremonies
  • was kept G71 (ἄγω) — properly, to lead; by implication, to bring, drive, (reflexively) go, (specially) pass (time), or (figuratively) induce
  • the daughter G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the daughter G2364 (θυγάτηρ) — a female child, or (by Hebraism) descendant (or inhabitant)
  • of Herodias G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Herodias G2266 (Ἡρωδιάς) — Herodias, a woman of the Heodian family
  • danced G3738 (ὀρχέομαι) — to dance (from the ranklike or regular motion)
  • before G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • them G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • pleased G700 (ἀρέσκω) — to be agreeable (or by implication, to seek to be so)
  • Herod G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Herod G2264 (Ἡρώδης) — heroic; Herod, the name of four Jewish kings

7 Whereupon he promised with an oath to give her whatsoever she should ask.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Esther 5:3 · Esther 5:6 · Esther 7:2 · Proverbs 16:30
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Whereupon G3606 (ὅθεν) — from which place or source or cause (adverb or conjunction)
  • he promised G3670 (ὁμολογέω) — to assent, i.e. covenant, acknowledge
  • with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with wh…
  • an oath G3727 (ὅρκος) — a limit, i.e. (sacred) restraint (specially, an oath)
  • to give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • whatsoever G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • she G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
  • would ask G154 (αἰτέω) — to ask (in genitive case)

8 And she, being put forward by her mother, saith, Give me here on a platter the head of John the Baptist.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • she, being before instructed G4264 (προβιβάζω) — to force forward, i.e. bring to the front, instigate
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • said G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
  • Give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • here G5602 (ὧδε) — in this same spot, i.e. here or hither
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites
  • Baptist’s G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Baptist’s G910 (Βαπτιστής) — a baptizer, as an epithet of Christ's forerunner
  • head G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • head G2776 (κεφαλή) — the head (as the part most readily taken hold of), literally or figuratively
  • in G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • a charger G4094 (πίναξ) — a plate

9 And the king was grieved; but for the sake of his oaths, and of them that sat at meat with him, he commanded it to be given;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the king G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the king G935 (βασιλεύς) — a sovereign (abstractly, relatively, or figuratively)
  • was sorry G3076 (λυπέω) — to distress; reflexively or passively, to be sad
  • nevertheless G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • for G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the oath’s sake G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the oath’s sake G3727 (ὅρκος) — a limit, i.e. (sacred) restraint (specially, an oath)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • them which sat with him at meat G4873 (συνανάκειμαι) — to recline in company with (at a meal)
  • he commanded G2753 (κελεύω) — "hail"; to incite by word, i.e. order
  • to be given G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)

10 and he sent and beheaded John in the prison.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he sent G3992 (πέμπω) — to dispatch (from the subjective view or point of departure, whereas (as a stronger form of ) refers rather to the objective point or terminus ad quem, and…
  • and beheaded G607 (ἀποκεφαλίζω) — to decapitate
  • John G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • John G2491 (Ἰωάννης) — Joannes (i.e. Jochanan), the name of four Israelites
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the prison G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the prison G5438 (φυλακή) — a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or (specially), the time (as a division of day or night), lite…

11 And his head was brought on a platter, and given to the damsel: and she brought it to her mother.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • head G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • head G2776 (κεφαλή) — the head (as the part most readily taken hold of), literally or figuratively
  • was brought G5342 (φέρω) — to "bear" or carry (in a very wide application, literally and figuratively, as follows)
  • in G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • a charger G4094 (πίναξ) — a plate
  • given G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • to the damsel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the damsel G2877 (κοράσιον) — a (little) girl
  • she brought G5342 (φέρω) — to "bear" or carry (in a very wide application, literally and figuratively, as follows)
  • to G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)
  • her G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • mother G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mother G3384 (μήτηρ) — a "mother" (literally or figuratively, immediate or remote)

12 And his disciples came, and took up the corpse, and buried him; and they went and told Jesus.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 27:58 · Acts 8:2
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • came G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • and took up G142 (αἴρω) — to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor);…
  • the body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • buried G2290 (θάπτω) — to celebrate funeral rites, i.e. inter
  • it G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • went G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • and told G518 (ἀπαγγέλλω) — to announce
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites

13 Now when Jesus heard it, he withdrew from thence in a boat, to a desert place apart: and when the multitudes heard thereof, they followed him on foot from the cities.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 10:23 · Matthew 12:15 · Matthew 14:1 · Matthew 15:32 · Luke 9:10
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • When G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • he departed G402 (ἀναχωρέω) — to retire
  • thence G1564 (ἐκεῖθεν) — thence
  • by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • ship G4143 (πλοῖον) — a sailer, i.e. vessel
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • a desert G2048 (ἔρημος) — lonesome, i.e. (by implication) waste (usually as a noun, being implied)
  • place G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e. location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
  • G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • apart G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • and when G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the people G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the people G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • had heard G191 (ἀκούω) — to hear (in various senses)
  • they followed G190 (ἀκολουθέω) — properly, to be in the same way with, i.e. to accompany (specially, as a disciple)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • on foot G3979 (πεζῇ) — foot-wise, i.e. by walking
  • out of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • the cities G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the cities G4172 (πόλις) — a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size)

14 And he came forth, and saw a great multitude, and he had compassion on them, and healed their sick.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • went forth G1831 (ἐξέρχομαι) — to issue (literally or figuratively)
  • and saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • a great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • multitude G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • was moved with compassion G4697 (σπλαγχνίζομαι) — to have the bowels yearn, i.e. (figuratively) feel sympathy, to pity
  • toward G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • he healed G2323 (θεραπεύω) — to wait upon menially, i.e. (figuratively) to adore (God), or (specially) to relieve (of disease)
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sick G732 (ἄῤῥωστος) — infirm

15 And when even was come, the disciples came to him, saying, The place is desert, and the time is already past; send the multitudes away, that they may go into the villages, and buy themselves food.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 15:23 · Luke 9:12
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when it was G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • evening G3798 (ὄψιος) — late; feminine (as noun) afternoon (early eve) or nightfall (later eve)
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • came G4334 (προσέρχομαι) — to approach, i.e. (literally) come near, visit, or (figuratively) worship, assent to
  • to him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • This is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a desert G2048 (ἔρημος) — lonesome, i.e. (by implication) waste (usually as a noun, being implied)
  • place G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • place G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e. location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the time G5610 (ὥρα) — an "hour" (literally or figuratively)
  • is G3928 (παρέρχομαι) — to come near or aside, i.e. to approach (arrive), go by (or away), (figuratively) perish or neglect, (causative) avert
  • now G2235 (ἤδη) — even now
  • past G3928 (παρέρχομαι) — to come near or aside, i.e. to approach (arrive), go by (or away), (figuratively) perish or neglect, (causative) avert
  • send G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • the multitude G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the multitude G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • away G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • they may G59 (ἀγοράζω) — properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem
  • go G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the villages G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the villages G2968 (κώμη) — a hamlet (as if laid down)
  • and buy G59 (ἀγοράζω) — properly, to go to market, i.e. (by implication) to purchase; specially, to redeem
  • themselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • victuals G1033 (βρῶμα) — food (literally or figuratively), especially (ceremonially) articles allowed or forbidden by the Jewish law

16 But Jesus said unto them, They have no need to go away; give ye them to eat.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • They G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • They G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • need G5532 (χρεία) — employment, i.e. an affair; also (by implication) occasion, demand, requirement or destitution
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • depart G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • depart G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • give G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • to eat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)

17 And they say unto him, We have here but five loaves, and two fishes.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Numbers 11:21 · Psalms 78:19 · Matthew 15:33 · Matthew 16:9 · Luke 9:13
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • they say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • We have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • here G5602 (ὧδε) — in this same spot, i.e. here or hither
  • G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • but G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"
  • loaves G740 (ἄρτος) — bread (as raised) or a loaf
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • fishes G2486 (ἰχθύς) — a fish

18 And he said, Bring them hither to me.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • He said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Bring G5342 (φέρω) — to "bear" or carry (in a very wide application, literally and figuratively, as follows)
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • hither G5602 (ὧδε) — in this same spot, i.e. here or hither
  • to me G1473 (ἐγώ)

19 And he commanded the multitudes to sit down on the grass; and he took the five loaves, and the two fishes, and looking up to heaven, he blessed, and brake and gave the loaves to the disciples, and the disciples to the multitudes.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • he commanded G2753 (κελεύω) — "hail"; to incite by word, i.e. order
  • the multitude G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the multitude G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • to sit down G347 (ἀνακλίνω) — to lean back
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the grass G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the grass G5528 (χόρτος) — a "court" or "garden", i.e. (by implication, of pasture) herbage or vegetation
  • took G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the G740 (ἄρτος) — bread (as raised) or a loaf
  • five G4002 (πέντε) — "five"
  • loaves G740 (ἄρτος) — bread (as raised) or a loaf
  • the G2486 (ἰχθύς) — a fish
  • two G1417 (δύο) — "two"
  • fishes G2486 (ἰχθύς) — a fish
  • and looking up G308 (ἀναβλέπω) — to look up; by implication, to recover sight
  • to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • heaven G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • heaven G3772 (οὐρανός) — the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity)
  • he blessed G2127 (εὐλογέω) — to speak well of, i.e. (religiously) to bless (thank or invoke a benediction upon, prosper)
  • brake G2806 (κλάω) — to break (specially, of bread)
  • and gave G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
  • the loaves G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the loaves G740 (ἄρτος) — bread (as raised) or a loaf
  • to G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • to the multitude G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • to the multitude G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot

20 And they all ate, and were filled: and they took up that which remained over of the broken pieces, twelve baskets full.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they did G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • eat G5315 (φάγω) — to eat (literally or figuratively)
  • were filled G5526 (χορτάζω) — to fodder, i.e. (generally) to gorge (supply food in abundance)
  • they took up G142 (αἴρω) — to lift up; by implication, to take up or away; figuratively, to raise (the voice), keep in suspense (the mind), specially, to sail away (i.e. weigh anchor);…
  • of the fragments G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the fragments G2801 (κλάσμα) — a piece (bit)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • that remained G4052 (περισσεύω) — to superabound (in quantity or quality), be in excess, be superfluous; also (transitively) to cause to superabound or excel
  • twelve G1427 (δώδεκα) — two and ten, i.e. a dozen
  • baskets G2894 (κόφινος) — a (small) basket
  • full G4134 (πλήρης) — replete, or covered over; by analogy, complete

21 And they that did eat were about five thousand men, besides women and children.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Acts 4:4 · Acts 4:34 · 2 Corinthians 9:8 · Philippians 4:19
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • they that had eaten G2068 (ἐσθίω) — used only in certain tenses, the rest being supplied by ; to eat (usually literal)
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • about G5616 (ὡσεί) — as if
  • five thousand G4000 (πεντακισχίλιοι) — five times a thousand
  • men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • beside G5565 (χωρίς) — at a space, i.e. separately or apart from (often as preposition)
  • women G1135 (γυνή) — a woman; specially, a wife
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • children G3813 (παιδίον) — a childling (of either sex), i.e. (properly), an infant, or (by extension) a half-grown boy or girl; figuratively, an immature Christian

22 And straightway he constrained the disciples to enter into the boat, and to go before him unto the other side, till he should send the multitudes away.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 13:36 · Matthew 15:39
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • straightway G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • constrained G315 (ἀναγκάζω) — to necessitate
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • to get G1684 (ἐμβαίνω) — to walk on, i.e. embark (aboard a vessel), reach (a pool)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • a ship G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a ship G4143 (πλοῖον) — a sailer, i.e. vessel
  • to go before G4254 (προάγω) — to lead forward (magisterially); intransitively, to precede (in place or time [particle previous])
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the other side G4008 (πέραν) — through (as adverb or preposition), i.e. across
  • while G2193 (ἕως) — a conjunction, preposition and adverb of continuance, until (of time and place)
  • G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • he sent G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • the multitudes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the multitudes G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • away G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce

23 And after he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into the mountain apart to pray: and when even was come, he was there alone.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 6:6 · Matthew 26:36 · Luke 6:12 · Luke 9:28 · Acts 6:4
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when he had sent G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • the multitudes G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the multitudes G3793 (ὄχλος) — a throng (as borne along); by implication, the rabble; by extension, a class of people; figuratively, a riot
  • away G630 (ἀπολύω) — to free fully, i.e. (literally) relieve, release, dismiss (reflexively, depart), or (figuratively) let die, pardon or (specially) divorce
  • he went up G305 (ἀναβαίνω) — to go up (literally or figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • a mountain G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • a mountain G3735 (ὄρος) — a mountain (as lifting itself above the plain)
  • G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • apart G2398 (ἴδιος) — pertaining to self, i.e. one's own; by implication, private or separate
  • to pray G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
  • and when G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • the evening G3798 (ὄψιος) — late; feminine (as noun) afternoon (early eve) or nightfall (later eve)
  • was come G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • he was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • there G1563 (ἐκεῖ) — there; by extension, thither
  • alone G3441 (μόνος) — remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication, mere

24 But the boat was now in the midst of the sea, distressed by the waves; for the wind was contrary.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Isaiah 54:11 · Matthew 8:24
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the ship G4143 (πλοῖον) — a sailer, i.e. vessel
  • was G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • now G2235 (ἤδη) — even now
  • in the midst G3319 (μέσος) — middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)
  • of the sea G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the sea G2281 (θάλασσα) — the sea (genitive case or specially)
  • tossed G928 (βασανίζω) — to torture
  • with G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • waves G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • waves G2949 (κῦμα) — a billow (as bursting or toppling)
  • for G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • the wind G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the wind G417 (ἄνεμος) — wind; (plural) by implication, (the four) quarters (of the earth)
  • contrary G1727 (ἐναντίος) — opposite; figuratively, antagonistic

25 And in the fourth watch of the night he came unto them, walking upon the sea.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • in the fourth G5067 (τέταρτος) — fourth
  • watch G5438 (φυλακή) — a guarding or (concretely, guard), the act, the person; figuratively, the place, the condition, or (specially), the time (as a division of day or night), lite…
  • of the night G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the night G3571 (νύξ) — "night" (literally or figuratively)
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • went G565 (ἀπέρχομαι) — to go off (i.e. depart), aside (i.e. apart) or behind (i.e. follow), literally or figuratively
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • walking G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the sea G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the sea G2281 (θάλασσα) — the sea (genitive case or specially)

26 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a ghost; and they cried out for fear.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And when G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the disciples G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the disciples G3101 (μαθητής) — a learner, i.e. pupil
  • saw G3708 (ὁράω) — by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • walking G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the sea G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the sea G2281 (θάλασσα) — the sea (genitive case or specially)
  • they were troubled G5015 (ταράσσω) — to stir or agitate (roil water)
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • It is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • a spirit G5326 (φάντασμα) — (properly concrete) a (mere) show ("phantasm"), i.e. spectre
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • they cried out G2896 (κράζω) — properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, i.e. (genitive case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat)
  • for G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • fear G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • fear G5401 (φόβος) — alarm or fright

27 But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • straightway G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • spake G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter words
  • unto them G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Be of good cheer G2293 (θαρσέω) — to have courage
  • it is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • be G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • afraid G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere

28 And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee upon the waters.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 19:27 · Matthew 26:33 · Luke 22:31 · Luke 22:49 · Romans 12:3
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • Peter G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Peter G4074 (Πέτρος) — a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle
  • answered G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an address is expected)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • it be G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • thou G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • bid G2753 (κελεύω) — "hail"; to incite by word, i.e. order
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • thee G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the water G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the water G5204 (ὕδωρ) — water (as if rainy) literally or figuratively

29 And he said, Come. And Peter went down from the boat, and walked upon the waters to come to Jesus.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • he said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • And when G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • Peter G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Peter G4074 (Πέτρος) — a (piece of) rock (larger than ); as a name, Petrus, an apostle
  • was come down G2597 (καταβαίνω) — to descend (literally or figuratively)
  • out G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
  • of the ship G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the ship G4143 (πλοῖον) — a sailer, i.e. vessel
  • he walked G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • on G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the water G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the water G5204 (ὕδωρ) — water (as if rainy) literally or figuratively
  • to go G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites

30 But when he saw the wind, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried out, saying, Lord, save me.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • when he saw G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • the wind G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the wind G417 (ἄνεμος) — wind; (plural) by implication, (the four) quarters (of the earth)
  • boisterous G2478 (ἰσχυρός) — forcible (literally or figuratively)
  • he was afraid G5399 (φοβέω) — to frighten, i.e. (passively) to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. revere
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • beginning G756 (ἄρχομαι) — to commence (in order of time)
  • to sink G2670 (καταποντίζω) — to plunge down, i.e. submerge
  • he cried G2896 (κράζω) — properly, to "croak" (as a raven) or scream, i.e. (genitive case) to call aloud (shriek, exclaim, intreat)
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • save G4982 (σώζω) — to save, i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively)
  • me G1473 (ἐγώ)

31 And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and took hold of him, and saith unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • immediately G2112 (εὐθέως) — directly, i.e. at once or soon
  • Jesus G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • stretched forth G1614 (ἐκτείνω) — to extend
  • hand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand (literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means or instrument)
  • and caught G1949 (ἐπιλαμβάνομαι) — to seize (for help, injury, attainment, or any other purpose; literally or figuratively)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • said G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • O thou of little faith G3640 (ὀλιγόπιστος) — incredulous, i.e. lacking confidence (in Christ)
  • G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • wherefore G5101 (τίς) — an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)
  • didst thou doubt G1365 (διστάζω) — properly, to duplicate, i.e. (mentally) to waver (in opinion)

32 And when they were gone up into the boat, the wind ceased.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Psalms 107:29
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • were come G1684 (ἐμβαίνω) — to walk on, i.e. embark (aboard a vessel), reach (a pool)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the ship G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the ship G4143 (πλοῖον) — a sailer, i.e. vessel
  • the wind G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the wind G417 (ἄνεμος) — wind; (plural) by implication, (the four) quarters (of the earth)
  • ceased G2869 (κοπάζω) — to tire, i.e. (figuratively) to relax

33 And they that were in the boat worshipped him, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Then G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • they that were G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the ship G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the ship G4143 (πλοῖον) — a sailer, i.e. vessel
  • came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • and worshipped G4352 (προσκυνέω) — to fawn or crouch to, i.e. (literally or figuratively) prostrate oneself in homage (do reverence to, adore)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • saying G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • Of a truth G230 (ἀληθῶς) — truly
  • thou art G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the Son G5207 (υἱός) — a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very

34 And when they had crossed over, they came to the land, unto Gennesaret.

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Luke 5:1
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • when they were gone over G1276 (διαπεράω) — to cross entirely
  • they came G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the land G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the land G1093 (γῆ) — soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe (including the occupants in each application)
  • of Gennesaret G1082 (Γεννησαρέτ) — Gennesaret (i.e. Kinnereth), a lake and plain in Palestine

35 And when the men of that place knew him, they sent into all that region round about, and brought unto him all that were sick;

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): Matthew 4:24
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And when G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the men G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the men G435 (ἀνήρ) — a man (properly as an individual male)
  • of that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • place G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • place G5117 (τόπος) — a spot (generally in space, but limited by occupancy; whereas is a large but particular locality), i.e. location (as a position, home, tract, etc.); figurati…
  • had knowledge of G1921 (ἐπιγινώσκω) — to know upon some mark, i.e. recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • they sent out G649 (ἀποστέλλω) — set apart, i.e. (by implication) to send out (properly, on a mission) literally or figuratively
  • into G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • all G3650 (ὅλος) — "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb
  • that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • country round about G4066 (περίχωρος) — around the region, i.e. circumjacent (as noun, with implied vicinity)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • brought G4374 (προσφέρω) — to bear towards, i.e. lead to, tender (especially to God), treat
  • unto him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • that were G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • diseased G2560 (κακῶς) — badly (physically or morally)

36 and they besought him that they might only touch the border of his garment: and as many as touched were made whole.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • besought G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • they might G680 (ἅπτομαι) — properly, to attach oneself to, i.e. to touch (in many implied relations)
  • only G3440 (μόνον) — merely
  • touch G680 (ἅπτομαι) — properly, to attach oneself to, i.e. to touch (in many implied relations)
  • the hem G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the hem G2899 (κράσπεδον) — a margin, i.e. (specially), a fringe or tassel
  • of his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • garment G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • garment G2440 (ἱμάτιον) — a dress (inner or outer)
  • as many as G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • touched G680 (ἅπτομαι) — properly, to attach oneself to, i.e. to touch (in many implied relations)
  • were made perfectly whole G1295 (διασώζω) — to save thoroughly, i.e. (by implication or analogy) to cure, preserve, rescue, etc.