King James Version
What Does Matthew 15:38 Mean?
“And they that did eat were four thousand men, beside women and children.”
Context
36
And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude.
37
And they did all eat, and were filled: and they took up of the broken meat that was left seven baskets full.
38
And they that did eat were four thousand men, beside women and children.
39
And he sent away the multitude, and took ship , and came into the coasts of Magdala.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**20. These are the things which defile a man: but to eat with unwashen hands defileth not a man--**Thus does our Lord sum up this whole searching discourse.
Mt 15:21-28. The Woman of Canaan and Her Daughter.
For the exposition, see on Mr 7:24-30.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Matthew 15:38 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.