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14:15 When it was evening. It was the first evening which began at the decline of day about three o'clock in the afternoon. The second evening, according to Jewish customs, began at sunset. The day had already been spent in teaching and healing.
This is a desert place. And hence there would be no hamlets dotting it, in which the multitudes could get provisions for themselves. There are no farm houses in Palestine. The whole population lives in towns or villages, and often the farmers go many miles to their fields.
14:15 The time is now past - The usual meal time. Mark 6:35; Luke 9:12.
14:13-21 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 presence of Christ and his gospel, makes a desert not only tolerable, but desirable. This little supply of bread was increased by Christ's creating power, till the whole multitude were satisfied. In seeking the welfare of men's souls, we should have compassion on their bodies likewise. Let us also remember always to crave a blessing on our meals, and learn to avoid all waste, as frugality is the proper source of liberality. See in this miracle an emblem of the Bread of life, which came down from heaven to sustain our perishing souls. The provisions of Christ's gospel appear mean and scanty to the world, yet they satisfy all that feed on him in their hearts by faith with thanksgiving.
Already Approached Best Buy Crowds Desert Deserted Desolate Disciples Eat Evening Food Getting Hour Late Multitude Multitudes Past Remote Something Themselves Time Towns Uninhabited Victuals Villages Waste
Already Approached Best Buy Crowds Desert Deserted Desolate Disciples Eat Evening Food Getting Hour Late Multitude Multitudes Past Remote Something Themselves Time Towns Uninhabited Victuals Villages Waste
