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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Matthew 14:34-36

We have here an account of miracles by wholesale, which Christ wrought on the other side of the water, in the land of Gennesaret. Whithersoever Christ went, he was doing good. Gennesaret was a tract of land that lay between Bethsaida and Capernaum, and either gave the name to, or took the name from, this sea, which is called (Luke 5:1) The Lake of Gennesaret; it signifies the valley of branches. Observe here, I. The forwardness and faith of the men of that place. These were more noble than the... read more

William Barclay

William Barclay's Daily Study Bible - Matthew 14:34-36

14:34-36 When they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret. When the men of that place recognized him, they sent the news that he had come to the whole surrounding countryside, and they brought to him all those who were ill, and besought him to be allowed only to touch the fringe of his robe; and all who touched him were restored to health. This is just one of Matthew's almost colourless little connecting passages. It is a sentence or two of the gospel story that the eye might... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Matthew 14:35

And when the men of the place had knowledge of him ,.... Not merely by report, but by face, having seen, and heard him before; see Luke 5:1 . They sent out into all that country round about, and brought unto him all that were diseased ; which not only expresses their faith in him, that he was able to heal all their sick and diseased, were they ever so many; but also their affectionate regard to their fellow creatures and countrymen; and their care and diligence in sending messengers... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Matthew 14:35

The men of that place had knowledge of him - i.e. They knew him again. They had already seen his miracles; and now they collect all the diseased people they can find, that he may have the same opportunity of showing forth his marvellous power, and they of being the instruments of relieving their friends and neighbors. They brought unto him all that were diseased - And Jesus received and healed every man and woman of them. And is not the soul, in the sight of God, of more value than the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 14:1-36

CHRIST 'S POWER TO SUPPLY AND PROTECT AND HEAL , PREFACED BY A STATEMENT OF HEROD 'S RELATION TO HIM . read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 14:22-36

The walking on the sea. I. JESUS LEFT ALONE . 1 . He sends the disciples across the lake. He "constrained his disciples to get into a ship." It is a strong word. He compelled, he forced them; evidently they were very unwilling to leave him. St. John's narrative throws a light upon this. The miracle had produced a great impression; it was in accordance with the hopes of the Jews; it was what they looked for in the expected Messiah. It must be he, the multitude thought; he is come... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 14:34-36

On landing at Gennesaret numbers come to him and are healed. Parallel passage: Mark 6:53-56 , which is fuller. read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 14:34-36

Philanthropy. After Jesus had come to his distressed disciples walking on the sea, and calmed for them the fury of the storm, with their Master now in their company, they had a pleasant run to the land of Gennesaret. Behold now another scene of wonder. "When the men of that place knew him," etc. Here we have a fine example of philanthropy, in which there is— I. A TRUE SYMPATHY WITH HUMANITY . The evidences of this are: 1 . A knowledge of what it is. This is expressed in the... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Matthew 14:35

And when the men of that place had knowledge of him, they sent out into all that country round about (cf. Matthew 3:5 ). Matthew alone states definitely that this zeal was shown by the inhabitants of the Plain of Gennesaret. Mark's words ( Mark 6:55 ) are vaguer. And brought unto him all that were diseased; sick (Revised Version); cf. Matthew 4:24 ; Matthew 8:16 . read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Matthew 14:34-36

Land of Gennesaret - This region was in Galilee, on the west side of the Sea of Tiberias; and in this land was situated Capernaum, to which he had directed his disciples to go.The hem of his garment - That is, the fringe or border on the outer garment. See the notes at Matthew 9:20.1. We learn from this chapter the power of conscience, Matthew 14:1-4. Herod’s guilt was the only reason why he thought John the Baptist had risen. At another time he would altogether have disbelieved it.... read more

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