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The apostles, when they had returned, told him what things they had done. He took them, and withdrew apart to a deserted place of a city called Bethsaida.
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Commentators note that when the apostles returned, they "declared" to Jesus all they had done. The Greek word used implies a full, detailed narrative. This highlights a vital rhythm for ministry: being sent out on a mission, and then returning to debrief and report back to Jesus, who listens to the full account.
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Declared (διηγησαντο). First aorist middle of διηγεομα, to carry a narrative through to the end. Jesus listened to it all.
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19th Century
Anglican
And the apostles, when they were returned.—See Notes on Matthew 14:13-21, and Mark 6:30-44.
The return of the disciples is the occasion for Jesus’ withdrawal to Bethsaida (perhaps to rest, see Mk 6:31). This town was on the northeast side …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the apostles, when they were returned From the several parts of the land where they had been sent, and had been …
Presbyterian
The people followed Jesus, and though they came inopportunely, He gave them what they came for. He spoke to them of the kingdom of God. He healed t…
