And they say unto him (ο δε λεγουσιν αυτω). The disciples, like us today, are quick with reasons for their inability to perform th…

We have here but five loaves, etc. These loaves were in the possession of a lad, or young man, who was with them, and were made of barley,…

And they say unto him, We have here but five loaves, and two fishes. He said, Bring them hither to me.

"They are little enough in y…

St. John Chrysostom: It is a proof of the faith of these crowds that they endured hunger while waiting for the Lord, even unti…

It was now late afternoon. On the face of it, the conversation between Jesus and his disciples is straightforward. They wanted him to send the crow…

And they say unto him
In order to excuse themselves, and to show the impossibility of feeding such a large number of…

When Christ and his word withdraw, it is best for us to follow, seeking the means of grace for our souls before any worldly advantages. The presenc…

After having excluded Herod’s opinion, here the Evangelist mentions the power of Christ’s doctrine. For its power is threefold: it feeds, it rescue…