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Now when Jesus heard this, he withdrew from there in a boat, to a desert place apart. When the multitudes heard it, they followed him on foot from the cities.
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A Wise and Needed Retreat
Commentators explain that Jesus' withdrawal was not an act of fear but a multi-faceted decision. He prudently removed himself from Herod's territory after John's execution, sought a quiet place for grief and devotion, and intended to give his weary disciples much-needed rest and further instruction. This demonstrates a model of wise stewardship of one's life and mission.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Verse 13. When Jesus heard of it, he departed. He went to a place of safety; he never threw himself unnecessarily into danger. It was prop…
In a boat (εν πλοιω) "on foot" (πεζη, some MSS. πεζω). Contrast between the lake and the land route.
19th Century
Anglican
When Jesus heard of it — I believe we can reverently identify two motives for this withdrawal: first, the strong personal emotion …
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Baptist
And when the people had heard thereof, they followed him on foot out of the cities. And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was mo…
Verse 13 picks up the story from vv.1–2: When Jesus heard about Herod’s response to his preaching and miracles, he decided to withdraw. He had done…
16th Century
Protestant
When Jesus heard it. John, who relates the same narrative, does not mention the reason why Jesus crossed over to the opposite ban…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
When Jesus heard of it Of the death of John, and of the cruel usage he had met with; and particularly, that his fame…
When Christ and his word withdraw, it is best for us to follow, seeking the means of grace for our souls before any worldly advantages. The presenc…
13th Century
Catholic
Above, the Lord showed the power of the Gospel teaching by way of some parables; here, He shows its power by deeds. And He does three things:
