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A Compassionate Interruption
Commentators note that the disciples' interruption was motivated by genuine, practical concern for the crowd. Seeing the remote location and the late hour, they worried the people would go hungry. Their suggestion to send everyone away was a logical, human solution that highlights their compassion.
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Albert Barnes
On Mark 6:35
18th Century
Theologian
The time is far passed. The day is almost gone. It is drawing near night.
AT Robertson
On Mark 6:35
When the day was now far spent (ηδη ωρας πολλης γενομενης). Genitive absolute. Hωρα used here for day-time () as in Polybius and l…
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 6:35
19th Century
Bishop
Far spent . . . far passed.—The Greek word is the same in both clauses.
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 6:35
Jesus’ disciples became concerned for the crowd. It was late in the day; and in that distant place, there was little possibility of obtaining food.…
John Gill
On Mark 6:35
17th Century
Pastor
And when the day was now far spent
Or "much time was gone", in teaching the people, and healing the sick:
Matthew Henry
On Mark 6:30–44
17th Century
Minister
Ministers should do or teach only what they are willing to have told to their Lord. Christ notices the fears of some and the labors of others among…