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and He was alone on the land. <a href="/nasb_/mark/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> When it was evening, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and He was alone on the land. <a href="/nasb/mark/6.htm">NASB 1995</a> When it was evening, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and He was alone on the land. <a href="/nasb77/mark/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And when it was evening, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and He was alone on the land. <a href="/lsb/mark/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And when it was evening, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and He was alone on the land. <a href="/amp/mark/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Now when evening had come, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and Jesus was alone on the land. <a href="/csb/mark/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Well into the night, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and he was alone on the land. <a href="/hcsb/mark/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> When evening came, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and He was alone on the land. <a href="/asv/mark/6.htm">American Standard Version</a> And when even was come, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and he alone on the land. <a href="/cev/mark/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Later in the evening he was still there by himself, and the boat was somewhere in the middle of the lake. <a href="/erv/mark/6.htm">English Revised Version</a> And when even was come, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and he alone on the land. <a href="/gwt/mark/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> When evening came, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and he was alone on the land. <a href="/gnt/mark/6.htm">Good News Translation</a> When evening came, the boat was in the middle of the lake, while Jesus was alone on land. <a href="/isv/mark/6.htm">International Standard Version</a> When evening had come, the boat was in the middle of the sea, while he was alone on the land. <a href="/msb/mark/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> When evening came, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and Jesus was alone on land. <a href="/net/mark/6.htm">NET Bible</a> When evening came, the boat was in the middle of the sea and he was alone on the land. <a href="/nheb/mark/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> When evening had come, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and he was alone on the land. <a href="/wbt/mark/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And when evening was come, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and he alone on the land. <a href="/wey/mark/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> When evening was come, the boat was half way across the Lake, while he Himself was on shore alone. <a href="/web/mark/6.htm">World English Bible</a> When evening had come, the boat was in the middle of the sea, and he was alone on the land. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/mark/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And evening having come, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and He alone on the land; <a href="/blb/mark/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And evening having come, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and He alone upon the land. <a href="/ylt/mark/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> And evening having come, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and he alone upon the land; <a href="/slt/mark/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And evening having come, the ship was in the midst of the sea, and he alone upon land.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/mark/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And when it was late, the ship was in the midst of the sea, and himself alone on the land. <a href="/cpdv/mark/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And when it was late, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and he was alone on the land. <a href="/nabre/mark/6.htm">New American Bible</a> When it was evening, the boat was far out on the sea and he was alone on shore. <a href="/nrsvce/mark/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> When evening came, the boat was out on the sea, and he was alone on the land.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/mark/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> When evening came, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and he was alone on the land. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/mark/6.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> But when it had become evening, the boat was in the middle of the sea and he was alone on the land.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/mark/6.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And when evening came, the ship was in the midst of the sea, and he alone upon the land. <a href="/godbey/mark/6.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And it being evening, the ship was in the middle of the sea; and He was alone upon the land. <a href="/haweis/mark/6.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And when the evening was come, the vessel was in the midst of the sea, and himself alone on the land. <a href="/mace/mark/6.htm">Mace New Testament</a> It was now late in the evening, and the bark in full sea, when Jesus, who was ashore all alone, <a href="/wey/mark/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> When evening was come, the boat was half way across the Lake, while he Himself was on shore alone. <a href="/worrell/mark/6.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And, when it was evening, the boat was in the midst of the sea, and He was alone on the land. <a href="/worsley/mark/6.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And when the evening was come, the ship was in the midst of the sea, and He alone upon the land: <a href="/parallel/mark/6-47.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=1971" 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> …46After bidding them farewell, He went up on the mountain to pray. 47<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">When</a> <a href="/greek/3798.htm" title="3798: opsias (Adj-GFS) -- Late, evening. From opse; late; feminine afternoon or nightfall.">evening</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: genomenēs (V-APM-GFS) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">came,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: to (Art-NNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/4143.htm" title="4143: ploion (N-NNS) -- A ship, vessel, boat. From pleo; a sailer, i.e. Vessel.">boat</a> <a href="/greek/1510.htm" title="1510: ēn (V-IIA-3S) -- I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.">was</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">in</a> <a href="/greek/3319.htm" title="3319: mesō (Adj-DNS) -- Middle, in the middle, between, in the midst of. From meta; middle (neuter) noun).">the middle</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of the</a> <a href="/greek/2281.htm" title="2281: thalassēs (N-GFS) -- Probably prolonged from hals; the sea.">sea,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autos (PPro-NM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Jesus was</a> <a href="/greek/3441.htm" title="3441: monos (Adj-NMS) -- Only, solitary, desolate. Probably from meno; remaining, i.e. Sole or single; by implication, mere.">alone</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: epi (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">on</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1093.htm" title="1093: gēs (N-GFS) -- Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe.">land.</a> 48He could see that the disciples were straining to row, because the wind was against them. About the fourth watch of the night, Jesus went out to them, walking on the sea. He intended to pass by them,…<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/14-23.htm">Matthew 14:23-24</a> After He had dismissed them, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone, / but the boat was already far from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. <a href="/john/6-16.htm">John 6:16-17</a> When evening came, His disciples went down to the sea, / got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum. It was already dark, and Jesus had not yet gone out to them. <a href="/matthew/8-23.htm">Matthew 8:23-27</a> When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him. / Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was engulfed by the waves. But Jesus was sleeping. / The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” ... <a href="/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18-19</a> A strong wind was blowing, and the sea grew agitated. / When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified. <a href="/psalms/107-23.htm">Psalm 107:23-30</a> Others went out to sea in ships, conducting trade on the mighty waters. / They saw the works of the LORD, and His wonders in the deep. / For He spoke and raised a tempest that lifted the waves of the sea. ... <a href="/matthew/14-25.htm">Matthew 14:25-26</a> During the fourth watch of the night, Jesus went out to them, walking on the sea. / When the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost!” they said, and cried out in fear. <a href="/john/6-20.htm">John 6:20-21</a> But Jesus spoke up: “It is I; do not be afraid.” / Then they were willing to take Him into the boat, and at once the boat reached the shore where they were heading. <a href="/exodus/14-21.htm">Exodus 14:21-22</a> Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and all that night the LORD drove back the sea with a strong east wind that turned it into dry land. So the waters were divided, / and the Israelites went through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on their right and on their left. <a href="/jonah/1-4.htm">Jonah 1:4-5</a> Then the LORD hurled a great wind upon the sea, and such a violent storm arose that the ship was in danger of breaking apart. / The sailors were afraid, and each cried out to his own god. And they threw the ship’s cargo into the sea to lighten the load. But Jonah had gone down to the lowest part of the vessel, where he lay down and fell into a deep sleep. <a href="/matthew/14-32.htm">Matthew 14:32-33</a> And when they had climbed back into the boat, the wind died down. / Then those who were in the boat worshiped Him, saying, “Truly You are the Son of God!” <a href="/john/6-15.htm">John 6:15</a> Then Jesus, realizing that they were about to come and make Him king by force, withdrew again to a mountain by Himself. <a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm">Isaiah 43:2</a> When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. <a href="/luke/8-22.htm">Luke 8:22-25</a> One day Jesus said to His disciples, “Let us cross to the other side of the lake.” So He got into a boat with them and set out. / As they sailed, He fell asleep, and a windstorm came down on the lake, so that the boat was being swamped, and they were in great danger. / The disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Master, Master, we are perishing!” Then Jesus got up and rebuked the wind and the raging waters, and they subsided, and all was calm. ... <a href="/job/9-8.htm">Job 9:8</a> He alone stretches out the heavens and treads on the waves of the sea. <a href="/matthew/14-22.htm">Matthew 14:22</a> Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And when even was come, the ship was in the middle of the sea, and he alone on the land.<a href="/matthew/14-23.htm">Matthew 14:23</a> And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart to pray: and when the evening was come, he was there alone.<a href="/john/6-16.htm">John 6:16,17</a> And when even was now come, his disciples went down unto the sea, … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/mark/4-34.htm">Alone</a> <a href="/mark/6-45.htm">Boat</a> <a href="/mark/4-35.htm">Evening</a> <a href="/mark/6-23.htm">Half</a> <a href="/mark/5-21.htm">Lake</a> <a href="/matthew/25-6.htm">Middle</a> <a href="/mark/3-3.htm">Midst</a> <a href="/mark/5-21.htm">Sea</a> <a href="/mark/6-45.htm">Ship</a> <a href="/mark/5-21.htm">Shore</a> <a href="/mark/5-38.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/mark/9-2.htm">Alone</a> <a href="/mark/6-48.htm">Boat</a> <a href="/mark/11-11.htm">Evening</a> <a href="/luke/4-25.htm">Half</a> <a href="/mark/6-49.htm">Lake</a> <a href="/mark/9-36.htm">Middle</a> <a href="/mark/7-31.htm">Midst</a> <a href="/mark/6-48.htm">Sea</a> <a href="/mark/6-51.htm">Ship</a> <a href="/mark/6-53.htm">Shore</a> <a href="/mark/7-9.htm">Way</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>When evening came In biblical times, evening marked the transition from day to night, often a time of rest and reflection. In the Jewish context, evening began at sunset, which was significant for marking the end of the Sabbath and the beginning of a new day. This timing is crucial as it sets the stage for the miraculous events that follow, emphasizing the contrast between the natural limitations of night and the supernatural power of Jesus.the boat was in the middle of the sea The Sea of Galilee, also known as Lake Gennesaret or the Sea of Tiberias, is a freshwater lake in Israel. It is approximately 13 miles long and 8 miles wide. Being in the middle of the sea suggests a place of vulnerability and isolation, away from the safety of the shore. This setting highlights the disciples' predicament and their dependence on Jesus, who often used the sea as a backdrop for teaching and miracles, such as calming the storm (<a href="/mark/4-35.htm">Mark 4:35-41</a>).and Jesus was alone on land Jesus often withdrew to solitary places to pray and commune with the Father, demonstrating His reliance on prayer and setting an example for His followers. His physical separation from the disciples at this moment underscores His divine nature, as He later walks on water to reach them. This scene foreshadows His role as the mediator between God and humanity, bridging the gap between the divine and the earthly.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus.htm">Jesus</a> The central figure of the Gospel, who is on land while His disciples are in the boat on the sea. 2. <a href="/topical/d/disciples.htm">Disciples</a> Jesus' followers who are in the boat, experiencing a challenging situation on the sea. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_sea_of_galilee.htm">The Sea of Galilee</a> A significant body of water in the region where many of Jesus' miracles and teachings took place. 4. <a href="/topical/e/evening.htm">Evening</a> The time of day, indicating a transition and setting the stage for the events that follow. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_boat.htm">The Boat</a> Represents the disciples' journey and the challenges they face without Jesus physically present.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_presence.htm">Trust in God's Presence</a> Even when Jesus is not physically present, His spiritual presence is constant. We can trust that He is aware of our struggles and will come to our aid. <a href="/topical/f/facing_challenges_with_faith.htm">Facing Challenges with Faith</a> The disciples' situation on the sea is a metaphor for life's challenges. We are called to face these with faith, knowing that Jesus is interceding for us. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_prayer.htm">The Importance of Prayer</a> Jesus often withdrew to pray, as seen in the context of this passage. We should prioritize prayer, especially in times of difficulty. <a href="/topical/g/god's_timing.htm">God's Timing</a> The timing of Jesus' intervention teaches us to trust in God's perfect timing, even when we feel alone or afraid. <a href="/topical/c/community_and_support.htm">Community and Support</a> The disciples were together in the boat, reminding us of the importance of community and support in our spiritual journey.<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/why_did_jesus_walk_on_water.htm">Why did Jesus perform the miracle of walking on water?</a> <a href="/q/who_is_the_author_of_the_book_of_titus.htm">Did Christ's death pay a ransom to free humanity?</a> <a href="/q/why_do_miracle_accounts_differ_in_gospels.htm">Why do the accounts of the same miracle differ between Matthew 14 and the other Gospels, possibly indicating inconsistencies?</a> <a href="/q/what_are_the_names_of_david's_brothers.htm">What guidance does the Bible offer on stepparenting?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/mark/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 47. - And when even was come. It was now advancing onwards into night; the wind was rising and blowing against them. Then it was that the Lord left his place of prayer on the mountain, that he might succor his disciples in their difficulties. <a href="/commentaries/mark/6-47.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>When Καὶ (Kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. evening ὀψίας (opsias) Adjective - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3798.htm">Strong's 3798: </a> Late, evening. From opse; late; feminine afternoon or nightfall. came, γενομένης (genomenēs) Verb - Aorist Participle Middle - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. the τὸ (to) Article - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. boat πλοῖον (ploion) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4143.htm">Strong's 4143: </a> A ship, vessel, boat. From pleo; a sailer, i.e. Vessel. was ἦν (ēn) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd 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. in ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. the middle μέσῳ (mesō) Adjective - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3319.htm">Strong's 3319: </a> Middle, in the middle, between, in the midst of. From meta; middle (neuter) noun). of the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. sea, θαλάσσης (thalassēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2281.htm">Strong's 2281: </a> Probably prolonged from hals; the sea. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [Jesus was] αὐτὸς (autos) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Nominative Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. alone μόνος (monos) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3441.htm">Strong's 3441: </a> Only, solitary, desolate. Probably from meno; remaining, i.e. Sole or single; by implication, mere. on ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. land. γῆς (gēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1093.htm">Strong's 1093: </a> Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/mark/6-47.htm">Mark 6:47 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/mark/6-47.htm">NT Gospels: Mark 6:47 When evening had come the boat was (Mar Mk Mr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/mark/6-46.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mark 6:46"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mark 6:46" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/mark/6-48.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mark 6:48"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mark 6:48" /></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>