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A Torturous Struggle
Commentators emphasize that the Greek word for the disciples' struggle, 'basanizomenous,' means to be 'tortured' or 'tormented.' They had been battling a contrary wind for many hours, likely since evening until between 3 and 6 AM. This highlights their utter exhaustion and desperation, making Christ's arrival all the more dramatic and powerful.
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AT Robertson
On Mark 6:48
Seeing them distressed in rowing (ιδων αυτους βασανιζομενους εν τω ελαυνειν). See also Mt 8:29 for the word βασανιζω, to torture, …
Charles Ellicott
On Mark 6:46–51
19th Century
Bishop
And when he had sent them away.—See Notes on Matthew 14:22-33.
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 6:48
The time of this incident was “evening,” probably late at night. A boat in the middle of the Lake of Galilee could easily be seen at the time of th…
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John Gill
On Mark 6:48
17th Century
Pastor
And he saw them toiling in rowing
He saw them either with his bodily eyes from the mountain on which he was; or he p…
Matthew Henry
On Mark 6:45–56
17th Century
Minister
The church is often like a ship at sea, tossed with tempests, and not comforted. We may have Christ for us, yet wind and tide can be again…