Mark 6:54

King James Version:

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And when they were come out of the ship, straightway they knew him,

Complete Jewish Bible:

As soon as they got out of the boat, the people recognized him

Berean Standard Bible:

As soon as they got out of the boat, the people recognized Jesus

American Standard Version:

And when they were come out of the boat, straightway the people knew him,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And^{G2532} when they^{G846} were come^{G1831} out of^{G1537} the ship^{G4143}, straightway^{G2112} they knew^{G1921} him^{G846},

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Commentary for Mark 6:54

Mark 6:54, "And when they were come out of the ship, straightway they knew him," is a verse set within the broader context of the Gospel of Mark, which narrates the ministry of Jesus Christ. This particular verse follows the account of Jesus walking on water, a miraculous event that left His disciples astonished (Mark 6:45-52). After this miracle, Jesus and His disciples reached the land of Gennesaret, where the events of verse 54 take place.

The verse captures the moment the disciples and Jesus have just landed after crossing the Sea of Galilee. The phrase "straightway they knew him" suggests an immediate recognition of Jesus by the people upon their arrival. This recognition could be interpreted in multiple ways: it might refer to the local population identifying Jesus as a renowned teacher and healer, or it could imply a deeper spiritual acknowledgment of His divine nature, especially after witnessing or hearing about the miracle on the sea.

The historical context of this verse is the first-century Roman province of Judea, where Jesus's ministry was primarily focused. The region around the Sea of Galilee was a hub of His activity, and the miracle of walking on water would have contributed to His growing fame. The verse reflects the impact of Jesus's miracles on the public's awareness and the spread of His reputation throughout the region.

Themes present in this verse include the recognition of Jesus's authority and divinity, the continuity of His miraculous works, and the growing awareness of His identity among the people. It also touches on the theme of faith and belief, as the disciples' experience of the miraculous leads to a deeper understanding of who Jesus is. This recognition sets the stage for the subsequent healings and teachings that Jesus undertakes in Gennesaret, demonstrating His compassion and the transformative power of His presence.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G2532
   There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καί
   Transliteration: kaí
   Pronunciation: kahee
   Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
   
2. Strong's Number: G846
   There are 3776 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: αὐτός
   Transliteration: autós
   Pronunciation: ow-tos'
   Description: from the particle (perhaps akin to the base of ἀήρ through the idea of a baffling wind) (backward); the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative ἑαυτοῦ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons:--her, it(-self), one, the other, (mine) own, said, (self-), the) same, ((him-, my-, thy- )self, (your-)selves, she, that, their(-s), them(-selves), there(-at, - by, -in, -into, -of, -on, -with), they, (these) things, this (man), those, together, very, which. Compare αὑτοῦ.
   
3. Strong's Number: G1831
   There are 216 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐξέρχομαι
   Transliteration: exérchomai
   Pronunciation: ex-er'-khom-ahee
   Description: from ἐκ and ἔρχομαι; to issue (literally or figuratively):--come (forth, out), depart (out of), escape, get out, go (abroad, away, forth, out, thence), proceed (forth), spread abroad.
   
4. Strong's Number: G1537
   There are 761 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐκ
   Transliteration: ek
   Pronunciation: ex
   Description: a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause; literal or figurative; direct or remote):--after, among, X are, at, betwixt(-yond), by (the means of), exceedingly, (+ abundantly above), for(- th), from (among, forth, up), + grudgingly, + heartily, X heavenly, X hereby, + very highly, in, …ly, (because, by reason) of, off (from), on, out among (from, of), over, since, X thenceforth, through, X unto, X vehemently, with(-out). Often used in composition, with the same general import; often of completion.
   
5. Strong's Number: G4143
   There are 64 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πλοῖον
   Transliteration: ploîon
   Pronunciation: ploy'-on
   Description: from πλέω; a sailer, i.e. vessel:--ship(-ing).
   
6. Strong's Number: G2112
   There are 80 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: εὐθέως
   Transliteration: euthéōs
   Pronunciation: yoo-theh'-oce
   Description: adverb from εὐθύς; directly, i.e. at once or soon:--anon, as soon as, forthwith, immediately, shortly, straightway.
   
7. Strong's Number: G1921
   There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐπιγινώσκω
   Transliteration: epiginṓskō
   Pronunciation: ep-ig-in-oce'-ko
   Description: from ἐπί and γινώσκω; to know upon some mark, i.e. recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge:--(ac-, have, take)know(-ledge, well), perceive.