KJV ORIGINAL
And when even was now come, his disciples went down unto the sea,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When evening came, his disciples headed down to the lake.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the story continues even when Jesus isn't physically right there with you.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of John, this verse follows the miracle of Jesus feeding a large crowd with five loaves and two fish, which demonstrated his power and compassion. As evening came, Jesus sent his disciples ahead by boat across the Sea of Galilee, while he remained behind, reflecting the common practice of evening travel in that region for fishing and commerce. This sets the stage for the disciples' encounter with a storm and Jesus' miraculous appearance.
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