And he said (ο δε ειπεν). Here is the contrast between the helpless doubt of the disciples and the confident courage of Jesus. He …

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…

Jesus alone multiplies the loaves and fishes. He gives the orders, gives thanks, and breaks the loaves (vv.18–19). The actions—looking up to heaven…

He said, bring them here to me. The loaves and the fishes, signifying that they were sufficient; or that he would make th…

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…