Exceeding vehemently (εκπερισσως). This strong compounded adverb only in Mark and probably preserves Peter's own statement of the …

He spoke the more vehemently.—The Greek tense implies frequent and continuous speaking.

And Jesus saith unto him, Verily I say unto thee, That this day, even in this night, before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me thrice. But…

Theophylact of Ohrid: Just as they gave thanks before they drank, so they give thanks after drinking; therefore it is said,…

Jesus’ prediction of failure on the part of the disciples was too much for Peter to accept, and he told Jesus that. But Jesus’ reply emphasized the…

But he spoke the more vehemently With a louder voice; with more spirit and eagerness; in a more peremptory and self-confi…

The Lord's supper is food for the soul; therefore, a very little of that which is for the body, as much as will serve for a sign, is enough. It was…