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Jesus took the loaves; and having given thanks, he distributed to the disciples, and the disciples to those who were sitting down; likewise also of the fish as much as they desired.
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The Power of Giving Thanks
Commentators emphasize that before performing the miracle, Jesus gave thanks. This act, rooted in Jewish tradition where the head of the household blesses the meal, positioned Jesus as the provider for this vast family. Scholars like John Calvin and Charles Spurgeon see this as a vital example for believers: gratitude sanctifies God's gifts and acknowledges Him as the ultimate source of all provision, a practice we should imitate before every meal.
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The loaves (τους αρτους). Those of verse 9.Having given thanks (ευχαριστησας). The usual grace before meals ([Ref…
19th Century
Anglican
The better manuscripts omit "to the disciples, and the disciples to." It is included in the meaning, but is not expressed in words here.
Baptist
And Jesus took the loaves; and when He had given thanks, He distributed to the disciples, and the disciples to them that were set down; and lik…
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The multiplication of the food was obviously not done with great fanfare. As the disciples distributed it, Jesus seems to have increased it by brea…
16th Century
Protestant
After having given thanks. Christ has, on more than one occasion, instructed us by His example that whenever we take food, we ought to beg…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Jesus took the loaves Into his hands, as also the fishes, in order to feed the multitude with them:
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Presbyterian
John relates the miracle of feeding the multitude because it relates to the following discourse. Observe the effect this miracle had on the people.…
13th Century
Catholic
The Evangelist has presented the teaching of Christ on the spiritual life, by which he gives life to those who are born again. He now tel…
