Mark 6:48 net — He saw them straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. As the night was ending, he came to them walking…

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"He saw them straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. As the night was ending, he came to them walking on the sea, for he wanted to pass by them."

— Mark 6:48, NET Bible

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Mark 6 — Context

45

Walking on Water Immediately Jesus made his disciples get into the boat and go on ahead to the other side, to Bethsaida, while he dispersed the crowd.

46

After saying goodbye to them, he went to the mountain to pray.

47

When evening came, the boat was in the middle of the sea and he was alone on the land.

48

He saw them straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. As the night was ending, he came to them walking on the sea, for he wanted to pass by them.

49

When they saw him walking on the water they thought he was a ghost. They cried out,

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for they all saw him and were terrified. But immediately he spoke to them:“Have courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.”

51

Then he went up with them into the boat, and the wind ceased. They were completely astonished,

Mark 6:48 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 6:48 say?
Mark 6:48 in the NET Bible reads: “He saw them straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. As the night was ending, he came to them walking on the sea, for he wanted to pass by them.”
Where is Mark 6:48 in the Bible?
Mark 6:48 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 6, verse 48.
Who wrote Mark?
Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, companion of Peter and Paul. Early tradition (Papias, c. AD 130) reports Mark wrote down Peter's preaching. It was written c. AD 55–65.
What is the book of Mark about?
Mark is the shortest, fastest-paced Gospel — "immediately" is its favorite word. It portrays Jesus as the powerful, suffering Servant who acts, heals, casts out demons, and finally gives his life as a ransom for many. The story moves with urgency from Galilee to a cross outside Jerusalem.
What are the major themes of Mark?
Mark explores themes including Servant, Action, Suffering, Discipleship, Cross. These themes shape the meaning and context of Mark 6:48.
What translation should I read Mark 6:48 in?
Mark 6:48 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Mark 6:48?
Mark 6:48 reads (NET): “He saw them straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. As the night was ending, he came to them walking on the sea, for he wanted to pass by them.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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