King James Version
What Does Mark 8:6 Mean?
“And he commanded the people to sit down on the ground: and he took the seven loaves, and gave thanks, and brake, and gave to his disciples to set before them; and they did set them before the people.”
Context
4
And his disciples answered him, From whence can a man satisfy these men with bread here in the wilderness?
5
And he asked them, How many loaves have ye? And they said, Seven.
6
And he commanded the people to sit down on the ground: and he took the seven loaves, and gave thanks, and brake, and gave to his disciples to set before them; and they did set them before the people.
7
And they had a few small fishes: and he blessed, and commanded to set them also before them.
8
So they did eat, and were filled: and they took up of the broken meat that was left seven baskets.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(6) **To sit down.**—The Greek word implies the usual Eastern position of reclining, rather than our sitting.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
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