And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude.
So Jesus took those seven loaves of bread and the fish, said a prayer of thanks, broke them into pieces, and handed them out to his disciples. Then his disciples passed the food around to everyone in the crowd.
Jesus turned a simple meal into enough food for thousands, gratitude changes everything.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the miracle of Jesus feeding the four thousand, which occurred in a Gentile region during His ministry, as described in Matthew's Gospel. The crowd had followed Jesus for days, seeking healing and teaching, and were in a remote area with no food, prompting Jesus to demonstrate His compassion and divine power by multiplying the loaves and fish. This event underscores Jesus' mission to provide for all people, including those outside Jewish territories, fulfilling Old Testament themes of God's abundant provision.
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