John 6:34
Then said they unto him, Lord, evermore give us this bread.
Original Language Analysis
πρὸς
unto
G4314
πρὸς
unto
Strong's:
G4314
Word #:
3 of 11
a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e., toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e., pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of,
αὐτόν
him
G846
αὐτόν
him
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
4 of 11
the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
Κύριε
Lord
G2962
Κύριε
Lord
Strong's:
G2962
Word #:
5 of 11
supreme in authority, i.e., (as noun) controller; by implication, master (as a respectful title)
δὸς
give
G1325
δὸς
give
Strong's:
G1325
Word #:
7 of 11
to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
Historical Context
Like the Samaritan woman's request for water without returning to the well, this crowd wants perpetual bread without labor. Their request reflects human desire for ease and provision, which Jesus will transform into spiritual truth.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God work through our initial misunderstandings to bring us to truth?
- What earthly desires or needs might God be using to draw you toward spiritual reality?
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Analysis & Commentary
The crowd's request 'Lord, evermore give us this bread' parallels the Samaritan woman's 'give me this water' (John 4:15)—both show initial interest based on misunderstanding. They still think materially while Jesus speaks spiritually. Their address 'Lord' (kyrie) and word 'evermore' show growing reverence, yet comprehension lags. God works through partial understanding toward full revelation.