A.T. Robertson Commentary John 6:3

"And Jesus went up into the mountain, and there he sat with his disciples." — John 6:3 (ASV)

Into the mountain (εις το ορος). From the level of the Jordan valley up into the high hill on the eastern side. Mark and Matthew (Matthew 14:23) mention that after the miracle Jesus went further up into the mountain to pray.

Sat (εκαθητο). Imperfect middle of καθημα, was sitting, a picture of repose.