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Matthew Henry
From his Commentary on the Whole Bible. Henry comments on passages, not single verses — this entry covers Mark 6:45–56. His two-level outline is real structure in the source text, so it is rendered as structure.
This passage of story we had Mat 14:22, etc., only what was there related concerning Peter, is omitted here. Here we have,
I.The dispersing of the assembly; Christ constrained his disciples to go before by ship to Bethsaida, intending to follow them, as they supposed, by land. The people were loth to scatter, so that it cost him some time and pains to send them away. For now that they had got a good supper, they were in no haste to leave him. But as long as we are here in this world, we have no continuing city, no not in communion with Christ. The everlasting feast is reserved for the future state.
II.Christ departed into a mountain, to pray. Observe,
1.He prayed; though he had so much preaching-work upon his hands, yet he was much in prayer; he prayed often, and prayed long, which is an encouragement to us to depend upon the intercession he is making for us at the right hand of the Father, that continual intercession.
2.He went alone, to pray; though he needed not to retire for the avoiding either of distraction or of ostentation, yet, to set us an example, and to encourage us in our secret addresses to God, he prayed alone, and, for want of a closet, went up into a mountain, to pray. A good man is never less alone than when alone with God.
III.The disciples were in distress at sea; The wind was contrary (Mar 6:48), so that they toiled in rowing, and could not get forward.
This was a specimen of the hardships they were to expect, when hereafter he should send them abroad to preach the gospel; it would be like sending them to sea at this time with the wind in their teeth: they must expect to toil in rowing, they must work hard to strive against so strong a stream; they must likewise expect to be tossed with waves, to be persecuted by their enemies; and by exposing them now he intended to train them up for such difficulties, that they might learn to endure hardness. The church is often like a ship at sea, tossed with tempests, and not comforted we may have Christ for us, and yet wind and tide against us; but it is a comfort to Christ's disciples in a storm, that their Master is in the heavenly mount, interceding for them.
IV.Christ made them a kind visit upon the water.
He could have checked the winds, where he was, or have sent an angel to their relief; but he chose to help them in the most endearing manner possible, and therefore came to them himself.
1.He did not come till the fourth watch of the night, not till after three o'clock in the morning; but then he came. Note, If Christ's visits to his people be deferred long, yet at length he will come; and their extremity is his opportunity to appear for them so much the more seasonably. Though the salvation tarry, yet we must wait for it; at the end it shall speak, in the fourth watch of the night, and not lie.
2.He came, walking upon the waters. The sea was now tossed with waves, and yet Christ came, walking upon it; for though the floods lift up their voice, the Lord on high is mightier, Psa 93:3, Psa 93:4. No difficulties can obstruct Christ's gracious appearances for his people, when the set time is come. He will either find, or force, a way through the most tempestuous sea, for their deliverance, Psa 42:7, Psa 42:8,
3.He would have passed by them, that is, he set his face and steered his course, as if he would have gone further, and took no notice of them; this he did, to awaken them to call to him. Note, Providence, when it is acting designedly and directly for the succour of God's people, yet sometimes seems as if it were giving them the go-by, and regarded not their case. They thought that he would, but we may be sure that he would not, have passed by them.
4.They were frightened at the sight of him, supposing him to have been an apparition; They all saw him, and were troubled (Mar 6:50), thinking it had been some daemon, or evil genius, that haunted them, and raised this storm. We often perplex and frighten ourselves with phantasms, the creatures of our own fancy and imagination.
5.He encouraged them, and silenced their fears, by making himself known to them; he talked familiarly with them, saying, Be of good cheer, it is I; be not afraid. Note, (1.) We know not Christ till he is pleased to reveal himself to us. "It is I; I your Master, I your friend, I your Redeemer and Saviour. It is I, that came to a troublesome earth, and now to a tempestuous sea, to look after you." (2.) The knowledge of Christ, as he is in himself, and near to us, is enough to make the disciples of Christ cheerful even in a storm, and no longer fearful. If it be so, why am I thus? If it is Christ that is with thee, be of good cheer, be not afraid. Our fears are soon satisfied, if our mistakes be but rectified, especially our mistakes concerning Christ. See Gen 21:19; Kg2 6:15-17. Christ's presence with us in a stormy day, is enough to make us of good cheer, though clouds and darkness be round about us. He said, It is I. He doth not tell them who he was (there was no occasion), they knew his voice, as the sheep know the voice of their own shepherd, Joh 10:4. How readily doth the spouse say, once and again, It is the voice of my beloved! Sol 2:8; Sol 5:2. He said, egō eimi - I am he; or I am; it is God's name, when he comes to deliver Israel, Exo 3:14. So it is Christ's, now that he comes to deliver his disciples. When Christ said to those that came to apprehend him by force, I am he, they were struck down by it, Joh 18:6. When he saith to those that come to apprehend him by faith, I am he, they are raised up by it, and comforted.
6.He went up to them into the ship, embarked in the same bottom with them, and so made them perfectly easy. Let them but have their Master with them, and all is well. And as soon as he was come into the ship, the wind ceased. In the former storm that they were in, it is said, He arose, and rebuked the winds, and said to the sea, Peace, be still (Mar 4:39); but here we read of no such formal command given, only the wind ceased all of a sudden. note, Our Lord Jesus will be sure to do his own work always effectually, though not always alike solemnly, and with observation. Though we hear not the command given, yet, if thus the wind cease, and we have the comfort of a calm, say, It is because Christ is in the ship, and his decree is gone forth or ever we are aware, Sol 6:12. When we come with Christ to heaven, the wind ceaseth presently; there are no storms in the upper region.
7.They were more surprised and astonished at this miracle than did become them, and there was that at the bottom of their astonishment, which was really culpable; They were sore amazed in themselves, were in a perfect ecstasy; as if it were a new and unaccountable thing, as if Christ had never done the like before, and they had no reason to expect he should do it now; they ought to admire the power of Christ, and to be confirmed hereby in their belief of his being the Son of God: but why all this confusion about it? It was because they considered not the miracle of the loaves; had they given that its due weight, they would not have been so much surprised at this; for his multiplying the bread was as great an instance of his power as his walking on the water. They were strangely stupid and unthinking, and their heart was hardened, or else they would not have thought it a thing incredible that Christ should command a calm. It is for want of a right understanding of Christ's former works, that we are transported at the thought of his present works, as if there never were the like before.
V.When they came to the land of Gennesaret, which lay between Bethsaida and Capernaum, the people bid them very welcome; The men of that place presently knew Jesus (Mar 6:54), and knew what mighty works he did wherever he came, what a universal Healer he was; they knew likewise that he used to stay but a little while at a place, and therefore they were concerned to improve the opportunity of this kind visit which he made them; They ran through that whole region round about, with all possible expedition, and began to carry about in beds those that were sick, and not able to go themselves; there was no danger of their getting cold when they hoped to get a cure, Mar 6:55. Let him go where he would, he was crowded with patients - in towns, in the cities, in the villages about the cities; they laid the sick in the streets, to be in his way, and begged leave for them to touch if it were but the border of his garment, as the woman with the bloody issue did, by whom, it should seem, this method of application was first brought in; and as many as touched, were made whole. We do not find that they were desirous to be taught by him, only to be healed. If ministers could not cure people's bodily diseases, what multitudes would attend them! But it is sad to think how much more concerned the most of men are about their bodies than about their souls.
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Or, in the gathering of the twelve baskets full of fragments, is signified the time, when they shall sit on thrones, judging all who are left of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the twelve tribes of Israel, when the remnant of Israel shall be saved.
And He says to them, Be of good cheer, it is I, because we shall see Him as He is. But the wind and the storm ceased when Jesus sat down, that is, reigned in the ship, which is the Catholic Church.
O mighty is the power of God,
The power that all things did create,
That calmed the waters of the sea
When Christ upon its surface walked,
So that in treading on the waves,
He moved dry-shod across the deep,
Nor ever did he wet his soles
As light he skimmed the surging flood.
But why was he crucified? Because the wood of his lowliness was necessary for you. For you had swollen with pride and had been cast forth far from your homeland. The way has been washed out by the waves of this world, and there is no way to cross over to the homeland unless you are carried by the wood. Ungrateful man, do you ridicule him who has come to you that you may return? He himself became the way, and this through the sea. For this reason he walked on the sea: that he might show you that there is a way upon the sea. But you, who cannot in any way yourself walk on the sea, let yourselves be carried by the ship, be carried by the wood!
(Vict. Ant. e Cat. in Marc.) He dismisses indeed the people with His blessing and with some cures. But He constrained His disciples, because they could not without pain separate themselves from Him, and that, not only on account of the very great affection which they had for Him, but also because they were at a loss how He would join them.
(Vict. Ant. e Cat. in Marc.) This we must understand of Christ, in that He is man; He does it also to teach us to be constant in prayer.
(Vict. Ant. e Cat. in Marc.) Holy Scripture reckons four watches in the night, making each division three hours; wherefore by the fourth watch it means that which is after the ninth hour, that is, in the tenth or some following hour. There follows, And would have passed them.
(Vict. Ant. e Cat. in Marc.) Or else, the first watch means the time up to the deluge; the second, up to Moses; the third, up to the coming of the Lord; in the fourth the Lord came and spoke to His disciples.
And they were even more astounded within themselves. For they had not understood about the loaves. For their hearts were hardened. Indeed, the Lord showed that he was the creator of things in the miracle of the loaves: and in walking upon the waves, he taught that he had a body free from all the heaviness of sins: and in calming the winds and subduing the rage of the waves, he demonstrated that he ruled over the elements. But the disciples, still cardinal, did not yet recognize this to be God. And indeed, they were astonished at the magnitude of His virtues: yet they were not yet able to recognize in Him the truth of divine majesty.
(in Marc. 2, 27) But it is with reason that we wonder how Mark says, that after the miracle of the loaves the disciples crossed the sea of Bethsaida, when Luke relates that the miracle was done in the parts of Bethsaida, unless we understand that Luke means by the desert which is Bethsaida not the country immediately around the town, but the desert places belonging to it. (Luke 9:10.) But when Mark says that they should go before unto Bethsaida, the town itself is meant. It goes on: And when he had sent them away, he departed into a mountain to pray.
(in Marc. 2, 28) Not every man, however, who prays goes up into a mountain, but he alone prays well, who seeks God in prayer. But he who prays for riches or worldly labour, or for the death of his enemy, sends up from the lowest depths his vile prayers to God. John says, When Jesus therefore perceived that they would come and take him by force and make him a king, he departed again into a mountain himself alone. (John 6:15) It goes on: And when even was come, the ship was in the midst of the sea, and he alone on the land.
(ubi sup.) Buty Theodorus, who was Bishop of Phanara, wrote that the Lord had no bodily weight in His flesh, and walked on the sea without weight; but the Catholic faith declares that He had weight according to the flesh. For Dionysius says, We know not how without plunging in His feet, which had bodily weight and the gravity of matter, He could walk on the wet and unstable subtance.
(ubi sup.) The disciples indeed, who were still carnal, were amazed at the greatness of His virtue, they could not yet however recognise in Him the truth of the Divine Majesty. Wherefore it goes on, For their hearts were hardened. But mystically, the toil of the disciples in rowing, and the contrary wind, mark out the labours of the Holy Church, who amidst the beating waves of the world, and the blasts of unclean spirits, strives to reach the repose of her celestial country. And well is it said that the ship was in the midst of the sea, and He alone on land, for sometimes the Church is afflicted by a pressure from the Gentiles so overwhelming, that her Redeemer seems to have entirely deserted her. But the Lord sees His own, toiling on the sea, for, lest they faint in tribulations, He strengthens them by the look of His love, and sometimes frees them by a visible assistance. Further, in the fourth watch He came to them as daylight approached, for when man lifts up his mind to the light of guidance from on high, the Lord will be with him, and the dangers of temptations will be laid asleep.
(ubi sup.) Often then does the love of heaven seem to have deserted the faithful in tribulation, so that it may be thought that Jesus wishes to pass by His disciples, as it were, toiling in the sea. And still do heretics suppose that the Lord was a phantom, and did not take upon Him real flesh from the Virgin1.
(ubi sup.) In whatsoever heart, also, He is present by the grace of His love, there soon all the strivings of vices, and of the adverse world, or of evil spirits, are kept under and put to rest.
But when He had dismissed the crowd, He goes up to pray, for prayer requires rest and silence.
Now the Lord permitted His disciples to be in danger, that they might learn patience; wherefore He did not immediately come to their aid, but allowed them to remain in danger all night, that He might teach them to wait patiently, and not to hope at once for help in tribulations. For there follows, And he saw them toiling in rowing, for the wind was contrary unto them: and about the fourth watch of the night, he cometh unto them walking upon the sea.
See again how Christ, though He was about to put an end to their dangers, puts them in greater fear. But He immediately reassured them by His voice, for it continues, And immediately he talked with them, and said unto them, It is I, be not afraid.
Then by entering into the ship, the Lord restrained the tempest. For it continues, And he went up unto them into the ship, and the wind ceased. Great indeed is the miracle of our Lord's walking on the sea, but the tempest and the contrary wind were there as well, to make the miracle greater. For the Apostles, not understanding from the miracle of the five loaves the power of Christ, now more fully knew it from the miracle of the sea. Wherefore it goes on, And they were sore amazed in themselves. For they understood not concerning the loaves.
(non occ.) The Lord indeed by the miracle of the loaves showed that He is the Creator of the world: but now by walking on the waves He proved that He had a body free from the weight of all sin, and by appeasing the winds and by calming the rage of the waves, He declared Himself to be the Master of the elements. Wherefore it is said, And straightway he constrained his disciples to get into the ship, and to go to the other side before unto Bethsaida, while he sent away the people.
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Summary
Mark 6:51 vividly portrays the immediate aftermath of Jesus walking on the Sea of Galilee, a moment of profound revelation and deep astonishment. As Jesus steps into the storm-battered boat with His disciples, the raging wind instantly ceases, bringing an abrupt end to their struggle. This miraculous cessation of the storm, coupled with Jesus' supernatural appearance, leaves the disciples utterly overwhelmed, experiencing a level of amazement and wonder that transcends ordinary human comprehension, underscoring their ongoing struggle to fully grasp the divine identity and power of their Lord.
Context
Literary Context
This verse is the climactic resolution of a dramatic episode that begins in Mark 6:45. Following the miraculous feeding of the five thousand (Mark 6:30-44), Jesus sends His disciples across the Sea of Galilee while He goes to pray. A severe storm arises, leaving the disciples toiling against strong winds and waves for many hours. In the fourth watch of the night (between 3 AM and 6 AM), Jesus appears, walking on the water towards them. Initially, they are terrified, mistaking Him for a ghost (Mark 6:49-50). Jesus reassures them, "Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid," and then enters the boat, leading directly to the events of Mark 6:51. The immediate calm that follows His entry serves as a powerful demonstration of His authority, setting the stage for subsequent encounters where the disciples' spiritual dullness is further highlighted, such as their lack of understanding regarding the loaves in Mark 6:52.
Historical & Cultural Context
The Sea of Galilee was notorious for sudden, violent storms due to its location, nestled between hills that funneled winds down onto the water. Fishermen, like many of Jesus' disciples, were intimately familiar with its dangers. Nighttime storms were particularly perilous, making travel difficult and frightening. The Jewish worldview, influenced by Old Testament narratives, often associated control over the elements with God alone (e.g., Psalm 107:29). Therefore, Jesus' ability to walk on water and command the wind would have been understood as a direct manifestation of divine power, challenging their preconceived notions of who He was. Their "sore amazement" reflects not just surprise at a miracle, but a profound theological shock at witnessing God's direct intervention in nature through a human form.
Key Themes
This verse powerfully contributes to several overarching themes in Mark's Gospel. Firstly, it underscores Jesus' Divine Authority and Sovereignty over Creation. The immediate cessation of the wind upon His entry into the boat, without a spoken command, demonstrates an inherent, undeniable power over the natural world, affirming His identity as God incarnate. This builds upon earlier demonstrations of His authority, such as His power over demons (Mark 1:27) and disease (Mark 1:34). Secondly, the disciples' reaction highlights the theme of Spiritual Dullness and Limited Understanding. Despite witnessing numerous miracles, including the recent feeding of thousands, their profound amazement and wonder reveal their persistent struggle to fully grasp Jesus' identity. This theme is explicitly stated in Mark 6:52 where it notes they "did not understand about the loaves, but their heart was hardened." Finally, the sudden calm symbolizes Peace in Christ's Presence, a recurring motif where Jesus brings order and tranquility to chaos, both physical and spiritual.
Exposition and Analysis
Key Word Analysis
From ek (out of) and histēmi (to stand), meaning "to put (stand) out of wits," "astound," or "become astounded, insane." It denotes a state of being utterly beside oneself, overwhelmed to the point of mental disorientation. The disciples' amazement was not mere surprise, but a profound shock that dislodged their normal understanding.
From kopos (toil, labor), meaning "to tire," and figuratively, "to relax" or "to cease." This word emphasizes the sudden and complete cessation of the wind, implying that the storm, which had been toiling and exerting itself, suddenly relaxed and stopped its exertion. It highlights the immediate and effortless nature of Jesus' control.
To wonder; by implication, to admire. While exístēmi conveys the initial shock and disorientation, thaumázō describes the subsequent state of deep marvel, awe, and admiration. It suggests a contemplation of the extraordinary event, leading to a profound sense of awe at what they had witnessed.
Verse Breakdown
"And he went up unto them into the ship;"
This clause describes Jesus' physical action of entering the disciples' boat. His ascent into the vessel marks the culmination of His miraculous walk on water and His direct presence with them in their distress. This act signifies His solidarity with them in their struggle and His immediate intervention.
"and the wind ceased:"
This is the direct, miraculous consequence of Jesus' presence. The moment He enters the ship, the powerful, relentless wind that had been tormenting them instantly and completely stops. This is a clear demonstration of His divine authority over the natural elements, occurring without a spoken word, simply by His presence.
"and they were sore amazed in themselves beyond measure, and wondered."
This describes the disciples' profound reaction. "Sore amazed" (from lian and exístēmi) indicates an extreme, intense level of being "out of their wits." "In themselves" (en heautoîs) suggests an internal, deeply personal, and overwhelming experience of astonishment. "Beyond measure" (ek perissoú) intensifies this, meaning excessively or extraordinarily. Finally, "and wondered" (kai ethaumazon) adds a dimension of deep awe and marvel, indicating that their astonishment led to a profound contemplation of the extraordinary event and the identity of the one who performed it.
Literary Devices
Mark employs several powerful Literary Devices in this verse to convey the impact of the event. The immediate and complete cessation of the wind upon Jesus' entry into the boat is a striking example of Divine Intervention, highlighting His absolute sovereignty over creation. The phrase "sore amazed in themselves beyond measure" utilizes Hyperbole to emphasize the extreme, overwhelming nature of the disciples' astonishment, conveying that their reaction went far beyond mere surprise. This hyperbole underscores their complete bewilderment and inability to fully process what they had witnessed. Furthermore, the calming of the physical storm can be seen as Symbolism, representing the peace and order that Jesus brings to the chaos of human life and the spiritual storms faced by His followers. The contrast between the disciples' fear and toil and Jesus' serene, effortless power also serves as a powerful Juxtaposition, highlighting the vast difference between human limitation and divine omnipotence.
Theological and Thematic Connections
Mark 6:51 is a profound theological statement, revealing Jesus not merely as a prophet or a great teacher, but as the Lord of creation, possessing inherent divine authority. The instantaneous cessation of the wind by His mere presence in the boat unequivocally points to His deity. This miracle, following the feeding of the five thousand, was intended to deepen the disciples' understanding of who Jesus truly was, yet their "sore amazement" and subsequent "hardened hearts" (Mark 6:52) reveal their persistent struggle to comprehend His divine nature. The calming of the storm, therefore, serves as a powerful testament to Jesus' sovereignty, demonstrating that He is the one who commands the elements, a power traditionally attributed only to God in the Old Testament. It also foreshadows the ultimate peace and control He brings over all chaos, including sin and death.
Reflection and Application
The scene in Mark 6:51 offers profound insights for our spiritual journey. Like the disciples, we often find ourselves battling the storms of life – financial hardship, relational conflict, illness, or profound grief. We may toil in our own strength, feeling overwhelmed and fearful, much like the disciples rowing against the wind. Yet, this passage reminds us that Jesus is not distant from our struggles; He sees us in our distress and comes to us, even walking on the turbulent waters of our circumstances. His entry into the boat, bringing instant calm, assures us that His presence alone is sufficient to quell the most violent storms. Our "sore amazement" should not be at the problem, but at the boundless power and unwavering peace of Christ. This passage calls us to invite Jesus into the "boat" of our lives, trusting that His presence brings not just relief, but a profound, supernatural peace that transcends our understanding and calms our anxieties. It challenges us to move beyond mere intellectual assent to His power, to a deep, experiential trust in His sovereign control over all things.
Questions for Reflection
FAQ
Why were the disciples so amazed if they had already seen Jesus perform other miracles?
The disciples' profound amazement, described as being "sore amazed in themselves beyond measure," goes beyond simple surprise. While they had indeed witnessed many miracles, including the recent feeding of the five thousand (Mark 6:30-44), this particular event was different. Walking on water and instantly calming a storm by His mere presence were direct demonstrations of divine power over creation, a power traditionally attributed only to God (e.g., Psalm 107:29). It challenged their understanding of Jesus' identity in a new and overwhelming way. Mark explicitly states in Mark 6:52 that "they did not understand about the loaves, but their heart was hardened." This indicates a spiritual dullness or a lack of full comprehension of Jesus' divine nature, even after repeated signs. Their amazement stemmed from the realization that Jesus was not just a powerful prophet, but God Himself, exercising absolute sovereignty over the natural world.
Christ-Centered Fulfillment
Mark 6:51 beautifully foreshadows the ultimate Christ-centered fulfillment found in the New Covenant. Jesus' effortless calming of the storm and His sovereign command over creation point directly to His divine nature as the pre-existent Word through whom all things were made (John 1:1-3). This display of power over the physical elements is a microcosm of His greater triumph over the spiritual chaos of sin and death. Just as He brought immediate peace to the turbulent Sea of Galilee, so He brings ultimate peace and reconciliation to a world alienated from God through sin (Colossians 1:19-20). His entry into the disciples' boat, bringing calm, symbolizes His redemptive work in entering humanity's brokenness, taking on our storms, and through His death and resurrection, providing a lasting peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). He is not merely a storm-calmer, but the Lord of all creation who, by His very presence, inaugurates a new creation where all things are made new and all chaos is ultimately subdued under His feet (Revelation 21:1-5).