L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible - John 6:1-71
FEEDING THE FIVE THOUSAND (vs.1-13) The setting here is no longer Jerusalem, but Galilee, and the contrast to the beginning of chapter 5 is striking. For here grace shines out beautifully, available for all, the miracle of the loaves and fishes being a sign to illustrate the gospel of free grace. But the sea of Galilee is called also Tiberias, named for the Roman Emperor, a reminder of Israel's humbling captivity and subjection to Rome. Great crowds follow Him, but not because they are... read more
Geneva Study Bible - John 6:50
6:50 {p} This is the bread which cometh down from heaven, that a man may eat thereof, and not die.(p) He refers to himself when he speaks these words. read more