Matthew 14

The Death of John the Baptist

1 v At that time w Herod the tetrarch heard about the fame of Jesus, 2 and he said to his servants, x "This is John the Baptist. He has been raised from the dead; that is why these miraculous powers are at work in him." 3 For y Herod had seized John and bound him and z put him in prison for the sake of Herodias, his brother Philip's wife, 1 4 because John had been saying to him, a "It is not lawful for you to have her." 5 And though he wanted to put him to death, b he feared the people, because they held him to be c a prophet. 6 But when Herod's d birthday came, the daughter of Herodias danced before the company and pleased Herod, 7 so that he promised with an oath to give her whatever she might ask. 8 Prompted by her mother, she said, "Give me the head of John the Baptist here on a platter." 9 And the king was sorry, but because of his oaths and his guests he commanded it to be given. 10 He sent and had John beheaded in the prison, 11 and his head was brought on a platter and given to the girl, and she brought it to her mother. 12 And e his disciples came and took the body and buried it, and they went and told Jesus.

Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand

13 Now when Jesus heard this, f he withdrew from there in a boat to a desolate place by himself. But when the crowds heard it, they followed him on foot from the towns. 14 When he went ashore he g saw a great crowd, and g he had compassion on them and healed their sick. 15 Now when it was evening, the disciples came to him and said, "This is a desolate place, and the day is now over; h send the crowds away to go into the villages and buy food for themselves." 16 But Jesus said, "They need not go away; i you give them something to eat." 17 They said to him, "We have only five loaves here and two fish." 18 And he said, "Bring them here to me." 19 Then he ordered the crowds to sit down on the grass, and taking the five loaves and the two fish, j he looked up to heaven and k said a blessing. Then he broke the loaves and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the crowds. 20 And they all ate and were satisfied. And they took up twelve baskets full of the broken pieces left over. 21 And those who ate were about five thousand men, besides women and children.

Jesus Walks on the Water

22 l Immediately he m made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. 23 And after he had dismissed the crowds, n he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When o evening came, he was there alone, 24 but the boat by this time was a long way 2 from the land, 3 beaten by the waves, for the wind was against them. 25 And l in the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. 26 But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, p they were terrified, and said, "It is a ghost!" and they cried out in fear. 27 But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, q "Take heart; it is I. q Do not be afraid."

28 And Peter answered him, "Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water." 29 He said, "Come." So Peter got out of the boat and r walked on the water and came to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind, 4 he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, s "Lord, save me." 31 Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, t "O you of little faith, why did you u doubt?" 32 And when they got into the boat, s the wind ceased. 33 And v those in the boat w worshiped him, saying, x "Truly you are y the Son of God."

Jesus Heals the Sick in Gennesaret

34 z And when they had crossed over, they came to land at a Gennesaret. 35 And when the men of that place recognized him, they sent around to all that region and b brought to him all who were sick 36 and implored him that they might only touch c the fringe of his garment. And d as many as touched it were made well.

  1. Cross References
    Matthew 14:1 - 12
    At that time Herod the tetrarch heard about the fame of Jesus.
    Mark 6:14 - 29
    King Herod heard of it, for Jesus' name had become known. Some said, "John the Baptist has been raised from the dead. That is why these miraculous powers are at work in him.
    Luke 9:7 - 9
    Now Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was happening, and he was perplexed, because it was said by some that John had been raised from the dead.
  2. Cross References
    Luke 3:1
    In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being governor of Judea, and Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, and his brother Philip tetrarch of the region of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of Abilene.
    Acts 13:1
    Now there were in the church at Antioch prophets and teachers, Barnabas, Simeon who was called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen a member of the court of Herod the tetrarch, and Saul.
  3. Cross References
    Matthew 14:1 - 12
    At that time Herod the tetrarch heard about the fame of Jesus.
    Mark 6:14 - 29
    King Herod heard of it, for Jesus' name had become known. Some said, "John the Baptist has been raised from the dead. That is why these miraculous powers are at work in him.
    Luke 9:7 - 9
    Now Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was happening, and he was perplexed, because it was said by some that John had been raised from the dead.
  4. Cross References
    Matthew 16:14
    And they said, "Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.
  5. Cross References
    Luke 3:19 - 20
    But Herod the tetrarch, who had been reproved by him for Herodias, his brother's wife, and for all the evil things that Herod had done.
  6. Cross References
    Matthew 11:2
    Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples
    John 3:24
    (for John had not yet been put in prison).
  7. Cross References
    Leviticus 18:16
    You shall not uncover the nakedness of your brother's wife; it is your brother's nakedness.
    Leviticus 20:21
    If a man takes his brother's wife, it is impurity. He has uncovered his brother's nakedness; they shall be childless.
  8. Cross References
    Matthew 21:26
    But if we say, 'From man,' we are afraid of the crowd, for they all hold that John was a prophet.
    Matthew 21:46
    And although they were seeking to arrest him, they feared the crowds, because they held him to be a prophet.
  9. Cross References
    Matthew 11:9
    What then did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet.
  10. Cross References
    Genesis 40:20
    On the third day, which was Pharaoh's birthday, he made a feast for all his servants and lifted up the head of the chief cupbearer and the head of the chief baker among his servants.
  11. Cross References
    Matthew 9:14
    Then the disciples of John came to him, saying, "Why do we and the Pharisees fast, but your disciples do not fast?
  12. Cross References
    Matthew 14:13 - 21
    Now when Jesus heard this, he withdrew from the...
    Mark 6:32 - 44
    And they went away in the boat to a desolate pl...
    Luke 9:10 - 17
    On their return the apostles told him all that ...
    John 6:1 - 13
    After this Jesus went away to the other side of...
    Matthew 15:32 - 38
    Then Jesus called his disciples to him and said...
    Matthew 16:9
    Do you not yet perceive? Do you not remember th...
    Mark 8:2 - 9
    I have compassion on the crowd, because they ha...
  13. Cross References
    Matthew 14:13 - 21
    Now when Jesus heard this, he withdrew from there in a boat to a desolate place by himself. But when the crowds heard it, they followed him on foot from the towns.
    Mark 6:32 - 44
    And they went away in the boat to a desolate place by themselves.
    Luke 9:10 - 17
    On their return the apostles told him all that they had done. And he took them and withdrew apart to a town called Bethsaida.
    John 6:1 - 13
    After this Jesus went away to the other side of the Sea of Galilee, which is the Sea of Tiberias.
  14. Cross References
    Matthew 9:36
    When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.
  15. Cross References
    Matthew 9:36
    When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.
  16. Cross References
    Matthew 14:22
    Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds.
    Matthew 15:23
    But he did not answer her a word. And his disciples came and begged him, saying, "Send her away, for she is crying out after us.
  17. Cross References
    2 Kings 4:42 - 44
    A man came from Baal-shalishah, bringing the man of God bread of the firstfruits, twenty loaves of barley and fresh ears of grain in his sack. And Elisha said, "Give to the men, that they may eat.
  18. Cross References
    Mark 7:34
    And looking up to heaven, he sighed and said to him, "Ephphatha," that is, "Be opened.
    John 11:41
    So they took away the stone. And Jesus lifted up his eyes and said, "Father, I thank you that you have heard me.
    John 17:1
    When Jesus had spoken these words, he lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, "Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son that the Son may glorify you.
  19. Cross References
    Matthew 26:26
    Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and ...
    1 Samuel 9:13
    As soon as you enter the city you will find him...
    Mark 8:7
    And they had a few small fish. And having bless...
    Mark 14:22
    And as they were eating, he took bread, and aft...
    Luke 24:30
    When he was at table with them, he took the bre...
    1 Corinthians 14:16
    Otherwise, if you give thanks with your spirit,...
  20. Cross References
    Matthew 14:22 - 33
    Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds.
    Mark 6:45 - 51
    Immediately he made his disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, to Bethsaida, while he dismissed the crowd.
    John 6:15 - 21
    Perceiving then that they were about to come and take him by force to make him king, Jesus withdrew again to the mountain by himself.
  21. Cross References
    Matthew 8:18
    Now when Jesus saw a crowd around him, he gave orders to go over to the other side.
  22. Cross References
    Matthew 14:22 - 33
    Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds.
    Mark 6:45 - 52
    Immediately he made his disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, to Bethsaida, while he dismissed the crowd.
    John 6:16 - 21
    When evening came, his disciples went down to the sea.
  23. Cross References
    Luke 6:12
    In these days he went out to the mountain to pray, and all night he continued in prayer to God.
    Luke 9:28
    Now about eight days after these sayings he took with him Peter and John and James and went up on the mountain to pray.
    Mark 1:35
    And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed.
    Luke 5:16
    But he would withdraw to desolate places and pray.
  24. Cross References
    Mark 13:35
    Therefore stay awake - for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning -
  25. Cross References
    Matthew 14:22
    Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds.
  26. Cross References
    Luke 24:37
    But they were startled and frightened and thought they saw a spirit.
  27. Cross References
    Matthew 17:7
    But Jesus came and touched them, saying, "Rise, and have no fear.
    Deuteronomy 31:6
    Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.
    Isaiah 41:13
    For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, "Fear not, I am the one who helps you.
    Isaiah 43:1 - 2
    But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.
    John 16:33
    I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.
  28. Cross References
    Matthew 17:7
    But Jesus came and touched them, saying, "Rise, and have no fear.
    Deuteronomy 31:6
    Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.
    Isaiah 41:13
    For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, "Fear not, I am the one who helps you.
    Isaiah 43:1 - 2
    But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.
    John 16:33
    I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.
  29. Cross References
    John 21:7
    That disciple whom Jesus loved therefore said to Peter, "It is the Lord!" When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment, for he was stripped for work, and threw himself into the sea.
  30. Cross References
    Matthew 8:25 - 26
    And they went and woke him, saying, "Save us, Lord; we are perishing.
  31. Cross References
    Matthew 6:30
    But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith?
  32. Cross References
    James 1:6
    But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind.
  33. Cross References
    Matthew 14:30
    But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, "Lord, save me.
  34. Cross References
    Matthew 14:22
    Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds.
  35. Cross References
    Matthew 8:2
    And behold, a leper came to him and knelt before him, saying, "Lord, if you will, you can make me clean.
  36. Cross References
    John 6:14
    When the people saw the sign that he had done, they said, "This is indeed the Prophet who is to come into the world!
  37. Cross References
    Matthew 16:16
    Simon Peter replied, "You are the Christ, the S...
    Matthew 26:63
    But Jesus remained silent. And the high priest ...
    Psalms 2:7
    I will tell of the decree: The Lord said to me,...
    Mark 1:1
    The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, th...
    Luke 1:35
    And the angel answered her, "The Holy Spirit wi...
    Luke 4:41
    And demons also came out of many, crying, "You ...
    John 1:49
    Nathanael answered him, "Rabbi, you are the Son...
    John 10:36
    Do you say of him whom the Father consecrated a...
    John 11:27
    She said to him, "Yes, Lord; I believe that you...
    John 20:31
    But these are written so that you may believe t...
    Matthew 3:17
    And behold, a voice from heaven said, "This is ...
  38. Cross References
    Matthew 14:34 - 36
    And when they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret.
    Mark 6:53 - 56
    When they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret and moored to the shore.
    John 6:24 - 25
    So when the crowd saw that Jesus was not there, nor his disciples, they themselves got into the boats and went to Capernaum, seeking Jesus.
  39. Cross References
    Luke 5:1
    On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret.
  40. Cross References
    Matthew 14:34 - 36
    And when they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret.
    Mark 6:53 - 56
    When they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret and moored to the shore.
  41. Cross References
    Matthew 4:24
    So his fame spread throughout all Syria, and they brought him all the sick, those afflicted with various diseases and pains, those oppressed by demons, epileptics, and paralytics, and he healed them.
  42. Cross References
    Matthew 9:20
    And behold, a woman who had suffered from a discharge of blood for twelve years came up behind him and touched the fringe of his garment.
  43. Cross References
    Mark 3:10
    For he had healed many, so that all who had diseases pressed around him to touch him.
    Luke 6:19
    And all the crowd sought to touch him, for power came out from him and healed them all.
    Acts 5:15
    So that they even carried out the sick into the streets and laid them on cots and mats, that as Peter came by at least his shadow might fall on some of them.
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