Mark 6:52 web — for they hadn't understood about the loaves, but their hearts were hardened.

World English Bible

"for they hadn't understood about the loaves, but their hearts were hardened."

— Mark 6:52, World English Bible

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Mark 6 — Context

49

but they, when they saw him walking on the sea, supposed that it was a ghost, and cried out;

50

for they all saw him, and were troubled. But he immediately spoke with them, and said to them, "Cheer up! It is I! Don't be afraid."

51

He got into the boat with them; and the wind ceased, and they were very amazed among themselves, and marveled;

52

for they hadn't understood about the loaves, but their hearts were hardened.

53

When they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret, and moored to the shore.

54

When they had come out of the boat, immediately the people recognized him,

55

and ran around that whole region, and began to bring those who were sick, on their mats, to where they heard he was.

Mark 6:52 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 6:52 say?
Mark 6:52 in the World English Bible reads: “for they hadn't understood about the loaves, but their hearts were hardened.”
Where is Mark 6:52 in the Bible?
Mark 6:52 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 6, verse 52.
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 6:52.
What translation should I read Mark 6:52 in?
Mark 6:52 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 6:52?
Mark 6:52 reads (WEB): “for they hadn't understood about the loaves, but their hearts were hardened.” 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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