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chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/john/6.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />A strong wind was blowing and the waters grew rough.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/john/6.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Soon a gale swept down upon them, and the sea grew very rough.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/john/6.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The sea became rough because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/john/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A strong wind was blowing, and the sea grew agitated.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/john/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />The sea was agitated and a strong wind is blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/john/6.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/john/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then the sea arose because a great wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/john/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />In addition, the sea <i>began</i> getting rough, because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/john/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The sea began to be stirred up because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/john/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And the sea <i>began</i> to be stirred up because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/john/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And the sea was stirred up because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/john/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The sea was getting rough <i>and</i> rising high because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/john/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A high wind arose, and the sea began to churn.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/john/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then a high wind arose, and the sea began to churn. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/john/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the sea was rising by reason of a great wind that blew.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/john/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and a strong wind was making the water rough. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/john/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the sea was rising by reason of a great wind that blew.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/john/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A strong wind started to blow and stir up the sea.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/john/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />By then a strong wind was blowing and stirring up the water. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/john/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />A strong wind was blowing, and the sea was getting rough. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/john/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A strong wind was blowing, and the sea grew agitated.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/john/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />By now a strong wind was blowing and the sea was getting rough.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/john/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The sea was tossed by a great wind blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/john/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/john/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />The Lake also was getting rough, because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/john/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The sea was tossed by a great wind blowing. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/john/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />the sea also—a great wind blowing—was being raised,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/john/6.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />The sea was agitated and a strong wind is blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/john/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> the sea also -- a great wind blowing -- was being raised,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/john/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the sea, a great wind blowing, arose.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/john/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And the sea arose, by reason of a great wind that blew. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/john/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Then the sea was stirred up by a great wind that was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/john/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The sea was stirred up because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/john/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The sea became rough because a strong wind was blowing.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/john/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the sea became rough, because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/john/6.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />But the sea rose up against them because a great wind was blowing.<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/john/6.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/john/6.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br />and the sea wrought, a great wind blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/john/6.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />And the sea was greatly agitated by a tempestuous wind that blew.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/john/6.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />but the sea ran high, by reason of the wind that blew hard.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/john/6.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />The Lake also was getting rough, because a strong wind was blowing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/john/6.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br />And, a strong wind blowing, the sea was being much raised.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/john/6.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br />And the sea rose <i>high by reason of</i> a violent wind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/john/6-18.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ixy2bchmXZ0?start=1847" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/john/6.htm">Jesus Walks on Water</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">17</span>got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum. It was already dark, and Jesus had not yet gone out to them. <span class="reftext">18</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/3173.htm" title="3173: megalou (Adj-GMS) -- Large, great, in the widest sense. ">A strong</a> <a href="/greek/417.htm" title="417: anemou (N-GMS) -- The wind; fig: applied to empty doctrines. From the base of aer; wind; by implication, quarters.">wind</a> <a href="/greek/4154.htm" title="4154: pneontos (V-PPA-GMS) -- To blow, breathe, as the wind. A primary word; to breathe hard, i.e. Breeze.">was blowing,</a> <a href="/greek/5037.htm" title="5037: te (Conj) -- And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- 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/2281.htm" title="2281: thalassa (N-NFS) -- Probably prolonged from hals; the sea.">sea</a> <a href="/greek/1326.htm" title="1326: diegeireto (V-IIM/P-3S) -- To wake out of sleep, arouse in general, stir up. From dia and egeiro; to wake fully; i.e. Arouse.">grew agitated.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">19</span>When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/14-24.htm">Matthew 14:24</a></span><br />but the boat was already far from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/6-48.htm">Mark 6:48</a></span><br />He 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,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/107-25.htm">Psalm 107:25-29</a></span><br />For He spoke and raised a tempest that lifted the waves of the sea. / They mounted up to the heavens, then sunk to the depths; their courage melted in their anguish. / They reeled and staggered like drunkards, and all their skill was useless. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jonah/1-4.htm">Jonah 1:4</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/27-14.htm">Acts 27:14-15</a></span><br />But it was not long before a cyclone called the Northeaster swept down across the island. / Unable to head into the wind, the ship was caught up. So we gave way and let ourselves be driven along.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/8-24.htm">Matthew 8:24</a></span><br />Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was engulfed by the waves. But Jesus was sleeping.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/4-37.htm">Mark 4:37</a></span><br />Soon a violent windstorm came up, and the waves were breaking over the boat, so that it was being swamped.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/8-23.htm">Luke 8:23</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/57-20.htm">Isaiah 57:20</a></span><br />But the wicked are like the storm-tossed sea, for it cannot be still, and its waves churn up mire and muck.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/9-8.htm">Job 9:8</a></span><br />He alone stretches out the heavens and treads on the waves of the sea.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/89-9.htm">Psalm 89:9</a></span><br />You rule the raging sea; when its waves mount up, You still them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nahum/1-4.htm">Nahum 1:4</a></span><br />He rebukes the sea and dries it up; He makes all the rivers run dry. Bashan and Carmel wither, and the flower of Lebanon wilts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/27-18.htm">Acts 27:18-19</a></span><br />We were tossed so violently that the next day the men began to jettison the cargo. / On the third day, they threw the ship’s tackle overboard with their own hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/93-3.htm">Psalm 93:3-4</a></span><br />The floodwaters have risen, O LORD; the rivers have raised their voice; the seas lift up their pounding waves. / Above the roar of many waters—the mighty breakers of the sea—the LORD on high is majestic.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/51-15.htm">Isaiah 51:15</a></span><br />For I am the LORD your God who stirs up the sea so that its waves roar—the LORD of Hosts is His name.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/107-25.htm">Psalm 107:25</a></b></br> For he commandeth, and raiseth the stormy wind, which lifteth up the waves thereof.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/135-7.htm">Psalm 135:7</a></b></br> He causeth the vapours to ascend from the ends of the earth; he maketh lightnings for the rain; he bringeth the wind out of his treasuries.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/14-24.htm">Matthew 14:24</a></b></br> But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/john/5-7.htm">Agitated</a> <a href="/matthew/7-27.htm">Blew</a> <a href="/luke/12-55.htm">Blowing</a> <a href="/john/6-17.htm">Getting</a> <a href="/john/6-5.htm">Great</a> <a href="/luke/13-19.htm">Grew</a> <a href="/john/6-17.htm">Lake</a> <a href="/john/2-22.htm">Raised</a> <a href="/john/5-16.htm">Reason</a> <a href="/john/5-29.htm">Rising</a> <a href="/luke/24-33.htm">Rose</a> <a href="/luke/3-5.htm">Rough</a> <a href="/john/6-17.htm">Sea</a> <a href="/john/5-7.htm">Stirred</a> <a href="/john/5-14.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/matthew/14-24.htm">Tossed</a> <a href="/john/5-3.htm">Waters</a> <a href="/john/3-8.htm">Wind</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/6-2.htm">Agitated</a> <a href="/acts/27-13.htm">Blew</a> <a href="/acts/2-2.htm">Blowing</a> <a href="/john/12-19.htm">Getting</a> <a href="/john/6-19.htm">Great</a> <a href="/acts/4-4.htm">Grew</a> <a href="/john/6-22.htm">Lake</a> <a href="/john/8-7.htm">Raised</a> <a href="/john/6-65.htm">Reason</a> <a href="/john/11-24.htm">Rising</a> <a href="/john/11-29.htm">Rose</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-6.htm">Rough</a> <a href="/john/6-19.htm">Sea</a> <a href="/acts/6-12.htm">Stirred</a> <a href="/john/11-33.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/acts/27-18.htm">Tossed</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/3-7.htm">Waters</a> <a href="/acts/2-2.htm">Wind</a><div class="vheading2">John 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/6-1.htm">Jesus feeds five thousand men with five loaves and two fishes.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/6-15.htm">Thereupon the people would have made him king;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/6-16.htm">but withdrawing himself, he walks on the sea to his disciples;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">26. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/6-26.htm">reproves the people flocking after him, and all the fleshly hearers of his word;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/6-32.htm">declares himself to be the bread of life to believers.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">66. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/6-66.htm">Many disciples depart from him.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">68. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/6-68.htm">Peter confesses him.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">70. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/john/6-70.htm">Judas is a devil.</a></span><br></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'; 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The sea is situated in a basin surrounded by hills, which can cause sudden and violent storms. This natural phenomenon is significant in biblical narratives, as it often symbolizes chaos and the challenges of life. In the Old Testament, wind is sometimes used as a metaphor for God's power and presence (e.g., <a href="/exodus/14-21.htm">Exodus 14:21</a>, where God uses a strong east wind to part the Red Sea). The disciples' experience with the strong wind can be seen as a test of faith, echoing other biblical instances where God's people face trials.<p><b>and the sea grew agitated</b><br>The agitation of the sea is a literal description of the stormy conditions but also carries symbolic meaning. In biblical literature, the sea often represents chaos and danger. In <a href="/genesis/1-2.htm">Genesis 1:2</a>, the Spirit of God hovers over the waters, bringing order out of chaos. Similarly, in the New Testament, Jesus' authority over the sea (as seen in His calming of the storm in <a href="/mark/4-39.htm">Mark 4:39</a>) demonstrates His divine power over creation. The agitated sea in <a href="/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18</a> sets the stage for Jesus' miraculous act of walking on water, further affirming His identity as the Son of God who has dominion over the natural world. This event also prefigures the peace and order that Christ brings into the lives of believers amidst life's storms.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a></b><br>Although not directly mentioned in this verse, Jesus is central to the account of <a href="/bsb/john/6.htm">John 6</a>. He later walks on water to meet His disciples, demonstrating His divine authority over nature.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_disciples.htm">The Disciples</a></b><br>They are in a boat on the Sea of Galilee, experiencing the strong wind and rough sea. Their journey and fear set the stage for Jesus' miraculous intervention.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sea_of_galilee.htm">The Sea of Galilee</a></b><br>A significant location in Jesus' ministry, known for sudden storms due to its geographical setting. It serves as the backdrop for this event, highlighting the disciples' vulnerability and Jesus' power.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_strong_wind.htm">The Strong Wind</a></b><br>Represents the challenges and trials faced by the disciples. It is a physical manifestation of the obstacles that can test faith.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_agitated_sea.htm">The Agitated Sea</a></b><br>Symbolizes chaos and uncertainty, often used in Scripture to depict life's tumultuous circumstances.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_the_midst_of_storms.htm">Faith in the Midst of Storms</a></b><br>Just as the disciples faced physical storms, believers encounter spiritual and emotional storms. Trusting in Jesus' presence and power is crucial.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/jesus'_sovereignty_over_nature.htm">Jesus' Sovereignty Over Nature</a></b><br>This event reaffirms Jesus' divine authority, encouraging believers to rely on Him in all circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/recognizing_jesus_in_our_trials.htm">Recognizing Jesus in Our Trials</a></b><br>The disciples initially did not recognize Jesus. In our struggles, we must be attentive to His presence and guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_prayer_and_reflection.htm">The Importance of Prayer and Reflection</a></b><br>Before this event, Jesus had withdrawn to pray. Emulating His example, believers should seek solitude with God to prepare for life's challenges.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_support.htm">Community and Support</a></b><br>The disciples were together in the boat, reminding us of the importance of fellowship and mutual support during difficult times.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_john_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from John 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_jesus_walk_on_water.htm">Why did Jesus perform the miracle of walking on water?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_physics_explain_jesus_walking_on_water.htm">John 6:16–21: Is there any plausible explanation or historical support for Jesus walking on water, given the known laws of physics? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'ruach'_mean.htm">What does 'ruach' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_were_the_12_tribes_of_israel.htm">Why did Peter walk on water?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/john/6.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(18) <span class= "bld">And the sea arose.</span>--Better, <span class= "ital">was rising.</span> The tense is still imperfect, describing the scene as it took place. The sea was then being agitated by the wind.<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/john/6-18.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">A strong</span><br /><span class="grk">μεγάλου</span> <span class="translit">(megalou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3173.htm">Strong's 3173: </a> </span><span class="str2">Large, great, in the widest sense. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">wind</span><br /><span class="grk">ἀνέμου</span> <span class="translit">(anemou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_417.htm">Strong's 417: </a> </span><span class="str2">The wind; fig: applied to empty doctrines. From the base of aer; wind; by implication, quarters.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was blowing</span><br /><span class="grk">πνέοντος</span> <span class="translit">(pneontos)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4154.htm">Strong's 4154: </a> </span><span class="str2">To blow, breathe, as the wind. A primary word; to breathe hard, i.e. Breeze.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">τε</span> <span class="translit">(te)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_5037.htm">Strong's 5037: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the</span><br /><span class="grk">ἥ</span> <span class="translit">(hē)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article - Nominative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">sea</span><br /><span class="grk">θάλασσα</span> <span class="translit">(thalassa)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2281.htm">Strong's 2281: </a> </span><span class="str2">Probably prolonged from hals; the sea.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">grew agitated.</span><br /><span class="grk">διεγείρετο</span> <span class="translit">(diegeireto)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_1326.htm">Strong's 1326: </a> </span><span class="str2">To wake out of sleep, arouse in general, stir up. From dia and egeiro; to wake fully; i.e. Arouse.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/john/6-18.htm">John 6:18 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/john/6-18.htm">NT Gospels: John 6:18 The sea was tossed by a great (Jhn Jo Jn) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/john/6-17.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="John 6:17"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="John 6:17" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/john/6-19.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="John 6:19"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="John 6:19" /></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>