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Matthew 14:17 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Matthew 14:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 14 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And they say unto him, We have here but five loaves, and two fishes.”
Matthew 14:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 14:17
'And they say unto him, We have here but five loaves, and two fishes.' Disciples respond to Jesus's command (v.16) by stating their resources: 'five loaves and two fishes' (πέντε ἄρτους καὶ δύο ἰχθύας/pente artous kai dyo ichthyas). The word 'but' (εἰ μή/ei mē, except, only) emphasizes limitation. John's Gospel adds these belonged to a boy (John 6:9)—the resources were both minimal and borrowed. Reformed theology sees significance in stating our poverty before experiencing God's provision. The disciples didn't pretend adequacy or hide their lack. Honesty about inadequacy is prerequisite for ex...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 14:17
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“and seeing that a great multitude was coming to him”
“Where should we get so many loaves in a deserted place as to satisfy so great a multitude?”
“You give them something to eat. They said”
“You give them something to eat. They asked him”
“From where could one satisfy these people with bread here in a deserted place?”
“neither remember the five loaves for the five thousand”
“they spoke against God. They said”
“The people”