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Immediately he spoke to them and said, &#8220Take courage! It is I. Don&#8217t be afraid.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/mark/6.htm">New Living Translation</a> They were all terrified when they saw him. But Jesus spoke to them at once. “Don’t be afraid,” he said. “Take courage! I am here!” <a href="/esv/mark/6.htm">English Standard Version</a> for they all saw him and were terrified. But immediately he spoke to them and said, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” <a href="/bsb/mark/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> for they all saw Him and were terrified. But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.” <a href="/blb/mark/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For all saw Him and were troubled. And immediately He spoke with them, and says to them, "Take courage; I am He; fear not." <a href="/kjv/mark/6.htm">King James Bible</a> For they all saw him, and were troubled. And immediately he talked with them, and saith unto them, Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid. <a href="/nkjv/mark/6.htm">New King James Version</a> for they all saw Him and were troubled. But immediately He talked with them and said to them, “Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be afraid.” <a href="/nasb_/mark/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> for they all saw Him and were terrified. But immediately He spoke with them and said to them, “Take courage; it is I, do not be afraid.” <a href="/nasb/mark/6.htm">NASB 1995</a> for they all saw Him and were terrified. But immediately He spoke with them and said to them, &#8220Take courage; it is I, do not be afraid.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/mark/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a> for they all saw Him and were frightened. But immediately He spoke with them and said to them, “Take courage; it is I, do not be afraid.” <a href="/lsb/mark/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> for they all saw Him and were terrified. But immediately He spoke with them and said to them, “Take courage; it is I, do not be afraid.” <a href="/amp/mark/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a> for they all saw Him and were shaken and terrified. But He immediately spoke with them and said, “Take courage! It is I (I AM)! Stop being afraid.” <a href="/csb/mark/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> because they all saw him and were terrified. Immediately he spoke with them and said, “Have courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” <a href="/hcsb/mark/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> for they all saw Him and were terrified. Immediately He spoke with them and said, &#8220Have courage! It is I. Don&#8217t be afraid.&#8221 <a href="/asv/mark/6.htm">American Standard Version</a> for they all saw him, and were troubled. But he straightway spake with them, and saith unto them, Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid. <a href="/cev/mark/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> All of them saw him and were terrified. But at this same time he said, "Don't worry! I am Jesus. Don't be afraid." <a href="/erv/mark/6.htm">English Revised Version</a> for they all saw him, and were troubled. But he straightway spake with them, and saith unto them, Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid. <a href="/gwt/mark/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> All of them saw him and were terrified. Immediately, he said, "Calm down! It's me. Don't be afraid!" <a href="/gnt/mark/6.htm">Good News Translation</a> They were all terrified when they saw him. Jesus spoke to them at once, "Courage!" he said. "It is I. Don't be afraid!" <a href="/isv/mark/6.htm">International Standard Version</a> All of them saw him and were terrified. Immediately he told them, "Have courage! It's me. Stop being afraid!" <a href="/msb/mark/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> for they all saw Him and were terrified. But Jesus spoke up at once: ?Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.? <a href="/net/mark/6.htm">NET Bible</a> for they all saw him and were terrified. But immediately he spoke to them: "Have courage! It is I. Do not be afraid." <a href="/nheb/mark/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> for they all saw him, and were troubled. But he immediately spoke with them, and said to them, "Cheer up. It is I. Do not be afraid." <a href="/wbt/mark/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> (For they all saw him, and were troubled.) And immediately he talked with them, and saith to them, Be of good cheer: It is I; be not afraid. <a href="/wey/mark/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> for they all saw Him and were terrified. He, however, immediately spoke to them. "There is no danger," He said; "it is I; be not alarmed." <a href="/web/mark/6.htm">World English Bible</a> 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.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> for they all saw Him, and were troubled, and immediately He spoke with them, and says to them, “Take courage! I AM; do not be afraid.” <a href="/blb/mark/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> For all saw Him and were troubled. And immediately He spoke with them, and says to them, "Take courage; I am He; fear not." <a href="/ylt/mark/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> for they all saw him, and were troubled, and immediately he spake with them, and saith to them, 'Take courage, I am he, be not afraid.' <a href="/slt/mark/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For all saw him, and were troubled. And quickly he spake with them, and says to them, Take courage: I am; be not afraid.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For they all saw him, and were troubled. And immediately he spoke with them, and said to them: Have a good heart, it is I, fear ye not. <a href="/cpdv/mark/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For they all saw him, and they were very disturbed. And immediately he spoke with them, and he said to them: “Be strengthened in faith. It is I. Do not be afraid.” <a href="/nabre/mark/6.htm">New American Bible</a> They had all seen him and were terrified. But at once he spoke with them, “Take courage, it is I, do not be afraid!” <a href="/nrsvce/mark/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> for they all saw him and were terrified. But immediately he spoke to them and said, “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For they all saw him and were frightened. And immediately he spoke to them and said, Have courage, it is I, do not be afraid. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/6.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> For they all saw him and they were afraid and immediately he spoke with them and he said to them, “Take heart, I AM THE LIVING GOD; do not be afraid.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/6.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> for they all saw him, and were troubled. And he immediately spoke to them, and said: Take courage; it is I; be not afraid. <a href="/godbey/mark/6.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> For they all saw Him, and were alarmed. And immediately He spoke with them, and says to them, <FR>Be of good cheer; I am He; be not afraid.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/mark/6.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> for they all saw him, and were greatly agitated: and straitway he spoke to them, and said, Take courage, it is I, be not terrified. <a href="/mace/mark/6.htm">Mace New Testament</a> for they all saw him, and were greatly terrified, but at the instant Jesus spoke to them, and said, take courage, it is I, don't be afraid. <a href="/wey/mark/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> for they all saw Him and were terrified. He, however, immediately spoke to them. "There is no danger," He said; "it is I; be not alarmed." <a href="/worrell/mark/6.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> for they all saw Him; and were troubled. But he straight-way talked with them, and saith to them, <FR>"Be of good courage! it is I, be not afraid."<Fr> <a href="/worsley/mark/6.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And He immediately spake to them, and saith, <FR>Be of good courage, it is I, be not afraid.<Fr> <a href="/parallel/mark/6-50.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DmwDTC71zvQ?start=1998" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/mark/6.htm">Jesus Walks on Water</a> …49but when they saw Him walking on the sea, they cried out, thinking He was a ghost— 50<a href="/greek/1063.htm" title="1063: gar (Conj) -- For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.">for</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pantes (Adj-NMP) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">they all</a> <a href="/greek/3708.htm" title="3708: eidon (V-AIA-3P) -- Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear.">saw Him</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/5015.htm" title="5015: etarachthēsan (V-AIP-3P) -- To disturb, agitate, stir up, trouble. Of uncertain affinity; to stir or agitate.">were terrified.</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: auton (PPro-AM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: De (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc.">But</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ho (Art-NMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2980.htm" title="2980: elalēsen (V-AIA-3S) -- A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words.">Jesus spoke up</a> <a href="/greek/2112.htm" title="2112: euthys (Adv) -- Immediately, soon, at once. Adverb from euthus; directly, i.e. At once or soon.">at once:</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legei (V-PIA-3S) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. "></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autois (PPro-DM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/3326.htm" title="3326: met’ (Prep) -- (a) gen: with, in company with, (b) acc: (1) behind, beyond, after, of place, (2) after, of time, with nouns, neut. of adjectives. "></a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons."></a> <a href="/greek/2293.htm" title="2293: Tharseite (V-PMA-2P) -- To be of good courage, good cheer, be bold. From tharsos; to have courage.">“Take courage!</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: eimi (V-PIA-1S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">It is</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: egō (PPro-N1S) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">I.</a> <a href="/greek/3361.htm" title="3361: mē (Adv) -- Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether.">Do not</a> <a href="/greek/5399.htm" title="5399: phobeisthe (V-PMM/P-2P) -- From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.">be afraid.” </a> 51Then He climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down. And the disciples were utterly astounded,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/14-27.htm">Matthew 14:27</a> But Jesus spoke up at once: “Take courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.” <a href="/john/6-20.htm">John 6:20</a> But Jesus spoke up: “It is I; do not be afraid.” <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a> Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. <a href="/matthew/17-7.htm">Matthew 17:7</a> Then Jesus came over and touched them. “Get up,” He said. “Do not be afraid.” <a href="/john/16-33.htm">John 16:33</a> I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!” <a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1</a> Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? <a href="/luke/24-36.htm">Luke 24:36</a> While they were describing these events, Jesus Himself stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” <a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Deuteronomy 31:6</a> Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” <a href="/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9</a> Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/philippians/4-6.htm">Philippians 4:6-7</a> Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. / And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. <a href="/psalms/23-4.htm">Psalm 23:4</a> Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. <a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a> Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. <a href="/romans/8-15.htm">Romans 8:15</a> For you did not receive a spirit of slavery that returns you to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption to sonship, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” <a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a> For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. <a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1-3</a> For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, / though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>For they all saw him, and were troubled. And immediately he talked with them, and said to them, Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid.it is I.<a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm">Isaiah 43:2</a> When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.<a href="/matthew/14-27.htm">Matthew 14:27</a> But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.<a href="/luke/24-38.htm">Luke 24:38-41</a> And he said unto them, Why are ye troubled? and why do thoughts arise in your hearts? … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/6-20.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/matthew/24-6.htm">Alarmed</a> <a href="/matthew/14-27.htm">Cheer</a> <a href="/matthew/14-27.htm">Courage</a> <a href="/mark/4-38.htm">Danger</a> <a href="/mark/6-20.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/mark/4-20.htm">Good</a> <a href="/mark/6-34.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/mark/5-40.htm">However</a> <a href="/mark/6-45.htm">Immediately</a> <a href="/mark/6-27.htm">Straight</a> <a href="/mark/6-45.htm">Straightway</a> <a href="/matthew/12-46.htm">Talked</a> <a href="/mark/4-41.htm">Terrified</a> <a href="/mark/6-20.htm">Troubled</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/9-6.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/mark/13-7.htm">Alarmed</a> <a href="/mark/10-49.htm">Cheer</a> <a href="/mark/10-49.htm">Courage</a> <a href="/luke/8-23.htm">Danger</a> <a href="/mark/9-6.htm">Fear</a> <a href="/mark/7-4.htm">Good</a> <a href="/mark/6-52.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/mark/8-38.htm">However</a> <a href="/mark/6-54.htm">Immediately</a> <a href="/mark/7-25.htm">Straight</a> <a href="/mark/6-54.htm">Straightway</a> <a href="/mark/14-9.htm">Talked</a> <a href="/mark/9-6.htm">Terrified</a> <a href="/mark/8-12.htm">Troubled</a><div class="vheading2">Mark 6</div>1. <a href="/mark/6-1.htm">Jesus is a prophet without honor in his own country.</a> 7. <a href="/mark/6-7.htm">He gives the twelve power over unclean spirits.</a> 14. <a href="/mark/6-14.htm">Various opinions of Jesus.</a> 16. <a href="/mark/6-16.htm">John the Baptist is imprisoned, beheaded, and buried.</a> 30. <a href="/mark/6-30.htm">The apostles return from preaching.</a> 34. <a href="/mark/6-34.htm">The miracle of five loaves and two fishes.</a> 45. <a href="/mark/6-45.htm">Jesus walks on the sea;</a> 53. <a href="/mark/6-53.htm">and heals all who touch him.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/mark/6.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/mark/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/mark/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>for they all saw Him and were terrified. The disciples were in a boat on the Sea of Galilee, a location known for sudden storms due to its geographical setting. The sight of Jesus walking on water was unexpected and defied natural laws, causing fear. In Jewish culture, the sea often symbolized chaos and danger, and seeing a figure on the water could have been perceived as a ghost or omen. This reaction is consistent with human nature when confronted with the supernatural. The disciples' fear highlights their lack of understanding of Jesus' divine nature, despite witnessing previous miracles.But Jesus spoke up at once: Jesus' immediate response demonstrates His awareness and concern for the disciples' fear. His prompt action reflects His role as a protector and shepherd, always ready to comfort and guide His followers. This moment underscores the personal relationship Jesus maintains with His disciples, emphasizing His accessibility and readiness to intervene in times of distress.“Take courage! This command is a call to faith and trust. Throughout Scripture, God often encourages His people to be courageous in the face of fear (e.g., <a href="/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9</a>). Jesus' words here are a reassurance of His presence and power, inviting the disciples to shift their focus from their fear to faith in Him. Courage in the biblical sense is not the absence of fear but the presence of trust in God's sovereignty.It is I. The phrase "It is I" can be translated from the Greek "ego eimi," which is significant as it echoes the divine name revealed to Moses in <a href="/exodus/3-14.htm">Exodus 3:14</a>, "I AM." This subtle yet profound declaration of Jesus' identity as God incarnate reassures the disciples of His divine authority and presence. It connects to other instances in the Gospels where Jesus uses "I AM" statements to reveal His nature and mission.Do not be afraid.” This command is a recurring theme in the Bible, often spoken by God or His messengers to His people (e.g., <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a>, <a href="/luke/1-30.htm">Luke 1:30</a>). It serves as a reminder of God's control over all circumstances and His ability to bring peace amidst chaos. Jesus' words here are not just a comfort but a directive to live in the assurance of His power and love, which casts out fear (1 <a href="/john/4-18.htm">John 4:18</a>). This moment foreshadows the peace Jesus offers through His death and resurrection, ultimately conquering fear and death itself.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure in this passage, Jesus is walking on water towards His disciples. His presence and words bring comfort and courage. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a> They are in a boat on the Sea of Galilee, experiencing fear and confusion as they see Jesus walking on water. 3. <a href="/topical/s/sea_of_galilee.htm">Sea of Galilee</a> The body of water where this miraculous event takes place. It is known for sudden storms, which can be terrifying for those on it. 4. <a href="/topical/m/miracle_of_walking_on_water.htm">Miracle of Walking on Water</a> This event demonstrates Jesus' divine authority over nature and His ability to transcend natural laws. 5. <a href="/topical/f/fear_and_reassurance.htm">Fear and Reassurance</a> The disciples' initial reaction is fear, but Jesus' words provide immediate reassurance and peace.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/d/divine_presence_in_fearful_situations.htm">Divine Presence in Fearful Situations</a> Jesus' presence in the midst of the disciples' fear reminds us that He is with us in our own storms and challenges. <a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_jesus'_words.htm">The Power of Jesus' Words</a> Jesus' command to "Take courage" and "Do not be afraid" shows the transformative power of His words, which can calm our fears and bring peace. <a href="/topical/r/recognizing_jesus'_authority.htm">Recognizing Jesus' Authority</a> Understanding Jesus' divine authority over nature encourages us to trust Him in all circumstances, knowing that He is sovereign. <a href="/topical/f/faith_over_fear.htm">Faith Over Fear</a> The disciples' experience teaches us to replace fear with faith, trusting in Jesus' presence and promises. <a href="/topical/i/identity_of_jesus.htm">Identity of Jesus</a> Jesus' use of "It is I" connects to His divine identity, encouraging us to recognize and worship Him as Lord.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_mark_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Mark 6</a> <a href="/q/what_does_'my_sheep_hear'_mean.htm">What did Jesus mean by 'Be of good cheer'?</a> <a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_'cheer'.htm">What did Jesus mean by "Be of good cheer"?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_jesus_walk_on_water_scientifically.htm">In Mark 6:48–51, how can Jesus walking on water be reconciled with known scientific laws? </a> <a href="/q/disciples'_reaction_to_jesus_walking_on_water.htm">How did the disciples react when Jesus walked on water? They worshipped him as the Son of God (Matthew 14:33) but were astounded and didn't understand (Mark 6:51-52).</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/mark/6-50.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>for γὰρ (gar) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1063.htm">Strong's 1063: </a> For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. they all πάντες (pantes) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. saw Him εἶδον (eidon) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3708.htm">Strong's 3708: </a> Properly, to stare at, i.e. to discern clearly; by extension, to attend to; by Hebraism, to experience; passively, to appear. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. were terrified. ἐταράχθησαν (etarachthēsan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5015.htm">Strong's 5015: </a> To disturb, agitate, stir up, trouble. Of uncertain affinity; to stir or agitate. But Δὲ (De) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_1161.htm">Strong's 1161: </a> A primary particle; but, and, etc. [Jesus] spoke up ἐλάλησεν (elalēsen) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2980.htm">Strong's 2980: </a> A prolonged form of an otherwise obsolete verb; to talk, i.e. Utter words. at once: εὐθὺς (euthys) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_2112.htm">Strong's 2112: </a> Immediately, soon, at once. Adverb from euthus; directly, i.e. At once or soon. “Take courage! Θαρσεῖτε (Tharseite) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2293.htm">Strong's 2293: </a> To be of good courage, good cheer, be bold. From tharsos; to have courage. [It] is εἰμι (eimi) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1510.htm">Strong's 1510: </a> I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. I. ἐγώ (egō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. {Do} not μὴ (mē) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3361.htm">Strong's 3361: </a> Not, lest. A primary particle of qualified negation; not, lest; also (whereas ou expects an affirmative one) whether. be afraid.” φοβεῖσθε (phobeisthe) Verb - Present Imperative Middle or Passive - 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5399.htm">Strong's 5399: </a> From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/6-50.htm">Mark 6:50 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/6-50.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 6:50 For they all saw him and were (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/6-49.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 6:49"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 6:49" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/6-51.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 6:51"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 6:51" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>