Mark 6:51
And he went up unto them into the ship; and the wind ceased: and they were sore amazed in themselves beyond measure, and wondered.
Original Language Analysis
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
1 of 20
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
πρὸς
unto
G4314
πρὸς
unto
Strong's:
G4314
Word #:
3 of 20
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,
αὐτοὺς
them
G846
αὐτοὺς
them
Strong's:
G846
Word #:
4 of 20
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
εἰς
into
G1519
εἰς
into
Strong's:
G1519
Word #:
5 of 20
to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
τὸ
G3588
τὸ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
6 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
8 of 20
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
10 of 20
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἄνεμος
the wind
G417
ἄνεμος
the wind
Strong's:
G417
Word #:
11 of 20
wind; (plural) by implication, (the four) quarters (of the earth)
καὶ
And
G2532
καὶ
And
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
12 of 20
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ἐκ
beyond
G1537
ἐκ
beyond
Strong's:
G1537
Word #:
14 of 20
a primary preposition denoting origin (the point whence action or motion proceeds), from, out (of place, time, or cause literal or figurative; direct
περισσοῦ
measure
G4053
περισσοῦ
measure
Strong's:
G4053
Word #:
15 of 20
superabundant (in quantity) or superior (in quality); by implication, excessive; adverbially (with g1537) violently; neuter (as noun) preeminence
ἑαυτοῖς
themselves
G1438
ἑαυτοῖς
themselves
Strong's:
G1438
Word #:
17 of 20
(him- her-, it-, them-, my-, thy-, our-, your-)self (selves), etc
ἐξίσταντο·
amazed
G1839
ἐξίσταντο·
amazed
Strong's:
G1839
Word #:
18 of 20
to put (stand) out of wits, i.e., astound, or (reflexively) become astounded, insane
Cross References
Mark 4:39And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.Mark 1:27And they were all amazed, insomuch that they questioned among themselves, saying, What thing is this? what new doctrine is this? for with authority commandeth he even the unclean spirits, and they do obey him.Mark 2:12And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion.Mark 7:37And were beyond measure astonished, saying, He hath done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak.Mark 4:41And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?Mark 5:42And straightway the damsel arose, and walked; for she was of the age of twelve years. And they were astonished with a great astonishment.Mark 6:32And they departed into a desert place by ship privately.John 6:21Then they willingly received him into the ship: and immediately the ship was at the land whither they went.
Historical Context
The immediate wind cessation paralleled the stilling of storm (Mark 4:39), demonstrating consistent authority over nature. Ancient Jewish thought held only God could control wind and waves (Psalm 107:29). Their amazement despite prior miracles showed they still didn't fully grasp Jesus' identity. Early church fathers noted the disciples' slow learning process, finding encouragement that even intimate followers needed time to comprehend Christ's full deity.
Questions for Reflection
- What does this verse teach about Christ's nature and work?
- How should this truth shape our daily discipleship?
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Analysis & Commentary
And he went up unto them into the ship; and the wind ceased: and they were sore amazed in themselves beyond measure, and wondered. Jesus entered the boat, 'the wind ceased'—demonstrating authority over nature. 'They were sore amazed' (ἐξίσταντο, existanto, utterly astonished) 'beyond measure' (ἐν ἑαυτοῖς περισσῶς, en heautois perissōs, exceedingly). Despite witnessing miracles continuously, they remained capable of fresh astonishment at Christ's power. This reveals both their dullness (should they still be amazed?) and appropriate wonder (God's works merit perpetual amazement).