KJV ORIGINAL
And he asked them, How many loaves have ye? And they said, Seven.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jesus asked them, 'How much bread do you actually have?' They were like, 'Seven loaves.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes Jesus asks what you have before he shows you what he can do with it.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context, Jesus was in the region of Decapolis, a predominantly Gentile area, where He had been teaching and healing a large crowd that had followed Him for three days. The disciples were with Him, and as the people grew hungry, Jesus was preparing to address their needs through a miraculous provision. This event is part of a series of miracles in Mark's Gospel that highlight Jesus' compassion and authority over creation.
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