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When they got up into the boat, the wind ceased.
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Christ's Calming Presence
Commentators emphasize that the wind stopping was no coincidence. It ceased the moment Jesus entered the boat, demonstrating His divine authority over creation. Scholars note the Greek word used implies the wind 'grew weary' or 'tired itself out' in the presence of its Master, submitting to His power.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And when they were come into the ship, the wind ceased. Here was a new proof of the power of Jesus. He who has power over winds and waves …
Ceased (εκοπασεν). From κοπος, toil. The wind grew weary or tired, exhausted itself in the presence of its Master (cf. Mr 4:39). N…
19th Century
Anglican
The wind ceased—St. Mark adds that they were "beyond measure astonished" at the sudden lull. For the most part, these mountain squ…
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Baptist
But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. And immediately Jesus stretched for…
The climax of the story is not the stilling of the storm but the confession and worship of the disciples: “Truly you are the Son of God.” This is t…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And when they were come into the ship Christ and Peter. The Arabic and Persic versions, and Munster's Hebrew Gospel …
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Those are not Christ's followers who cannot enjoy being alone with God and their own hearts. It is good, on special occasions, and when we find our…
13th Century
Catholic
After having excluded Herod’s opinion, here the Evangelist mentions the power of Christ’s doctrine. For its power is threefold: it feeds, it rescue…
