Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Mark 9:32
32. And were afraid to ask him Our Lord did not encourage bold questions on their part in regard to this matter. He develops the truth in his own way gradually, as he sees their minds prepared for it. It is not until the passover supper that they fully feel that he is to leave them by death. And not even then is their faith so strong that they are prepared for an immovable faith in his resurrection. See on Mark 9:10. read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Mark 9:30-32
§ 77. JESUS AGAIN FORETELLS HIS SUFFERINGS AND HIS RESURRECTION, Mark 9:30-32 . (See note on Matthew 22:23.) read more