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John 6

John 6:19

Jesus Walks on Water · John 6:16–21
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Translations

Modern
When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified.
Traditional
So when they had rowed about five and twenty or thirty furlongs, they see Jesus walking on the sea, and drawing nigh unto the ship: and they were afraid.
Literal
Therefore, having rowed about twenty-five or thirty stadia, they see Jesus walking on the sea and coming near the boat, and they were afraid.
Latin
Cum remigassent ergo quasi stadia viginti quinque aut triginta, vident Jesum ambulantem supra mare, et proximum navi fieri, et timuerunt.

Interlinear

Greek
English
When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified.

Notes

John 6:19

The disciples were afraid of the storm. Then they saw Jesus walking on the water toward them. At that moment, their fear of the storm was replaced by fear and awe of him. Jesus came to help them. By walking on the water, he showed his authority over nature.

This act recalled Moses, who led Israel safely through the water (Exodus 14; see Psalm 77:19–20).

John 6:1–71

Each story in this chapter uses the setting of the Feast of the Passover (6:4) to communicate a deeper meaning.

Events

Measurements

  • four miles: About 2.87 to 3.45 mi (4.62 to 5.55 km)

Parallels

Matthew 14:22–33 Mark 6:45–52

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Christ Jesus Christ, Teachings of John, Gospel of Lord’s Supper, the Miracle Sailors Sea of Galilee Spirit of Jesus Christ

Topics

Capernaum: Miracles of Jesus Performed At Cowardice: when They Saw Jesus Walking on the Sea Jesus, the Christ: Miracles of Walking on the Lake Jesus, the Christ: Walks on the Lake (Lake Galilee) Miracles of Jesus, in Chronological Order: Walks Upon Lake Galilee Ships: Often Impelled by Oars