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Mark 8:21 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Mark 8:21 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 8 verse 21 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he said unto them, How is it that ye do not understand?”
Mark 8:21 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 8:21
How is it that ye do not understand? (πῶς οὐ συνίετε, pōs ou syniete)—Jesus' final question isn't rhetorical but genuinely laments their incomprehension. After recalling two miraculous feedings with specific numeric evidence (twelve baskets, seven baskets), disciples should grasp the obvious conclusion: Jesus possesses creative power to provide for all needs. Their continued anxiety about bread reveals spiritual dullness requiring divine intervention.This verse concludes Jesus' interrogation, leaving the question hanging—Mark doesn't record the disciples' response. The silence emphasizes their...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 8:21
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“but their hearts were hardened.”
“you senseless among the people; you fools”
“Have I been with you such a long time, and do you not know me, Philip? He who has seen me has seen the Father. How do you say, 'Show us the Father?',Jesus saith unto him, Have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known me, Philip? he that hath seen me hath seen the Father; and how sayest thou then, Shew us the Father?,,,,,,,,”
“I speak to your shame. Is it so”
“and said”
“and don't sin”
“perceiving it”
“Unbelieving generation, how long shall I be with you? How long shall I bear with you? Bring him to me.”