Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version A strong wind was blowing and the waters grew rough. New Living Translation Soon a gale swept down upon them, and the sea grew very rough. English Standard Version The sea became rough because a strong wind was blowing. Berean Standard Bible A strong wind was blowing, and the sea grew agitated. Berean Literal Bible The sea was agitated and a strong wind is blowing. King James Bible And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew. New King James Version Then the sea arose because a great wind was blowing. New American Standard Bible In addition, the sea began getting rough, because a strong wind was blowing. NASB 1995 The sea began to be stirred up because a strong wind was blowing. NASB 1977 And the sea began to be stirred up because a strong wind was blowing. Legacy Standard Bible And the sea was stirred up because a strong wind was blowing. Amplified Bible The sea was getting rough and rising high because a strong wind was blowing. Christian Standard Bible A high wind arose, and the sea began to churn. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then a high wind arose, and the sea began to churn. American Standard Version And the sea was rising by reason of a great wind that blew. Contemporary English Version and a strong wind was making the water rough. English Revised Version And the sea was rising by reason of a great wind that blew. GOD'S WORD® Translation A strong wind started to blow and stir up the sea. Good News Translation By then a strong wind was blowing and stirring up the water. International Standard Version A strong wind was blowing, and the sea was getting rough. Majority Standard Bible A strong wind was blowing, and the sea grew agitated. NET Bible By now a strong wind was blowing and the sea was getting rough. New Heart English Bible The sea was tossed by a great wind blowing. Webster's Bible Translation And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew. Weymouth New Testament The Lake also was getting rough, because a strong wind was blowing. World English Bible The sea was tossed by a great wind blowing. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthe sea also—a great wind blowing—was being raised, Berean Literal Bible The sea was agitated and a strong wind is blowing. Young's Literal Translation the sea also -- a great wind blowing -- was being raised, Smith's Literal Translation And the sea, a great wind blowing, arose. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the sea arose, by reason of a great wind that blew. Catholic Public Domain Version Then the sea was stirred up by a great wind that was blowing. New American Bible The sea was stirred up because a strong wind was blowing. New Revised Standard Version The sea became rough because a strong wind was blowing. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the sea became rough, because a strong wind was blowing. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But the sea rose up against them because a great wind was blowing. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentAnd the sea arose by reason of a great wind that was blowing. Godbey New Testament and the sea wrought, a great wind blowing. Haweis New Testament And the sea was greatly agitated by a tempestuous wind that blew. Mace New Testament but the sea ran high, by reason of the wind that blew hard. Weymouth New Testament The Lake also was getting rough, because a strong wind was blowing. Worrell New Testament And, a strong wind blowing, the sea was being much raised. Worsley New Testament And the sea rose high by reason of a violent wind. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jesus Walks on Water…17got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum. It was already dark, and Jesus had not yet gone out to them. 18A strong wind was blowing, and the sea grew agitated. 19When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified.… Cross References Matthew 14:24 but the boat was already far from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. Mark 6:48 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, Psalm 107:25-29 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. ... Jonah 1:4 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. Acts 27:14-15 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. Matthew 8:24 Suddenly a violent storm came up on the sea, so that the boat was engulfed by the waves. But Jesus was sleeping. Mark 4:37 Soon a violent windstorm came up, and the waves were breaking over the boat, so that it was being swamped. Luke 8:23 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. Isaiah 57:20 But the wicked are like the storm-tossed sea, for it cannot be still, and its waves churn up mire and muck. Job 9:8 He alone stretches out the heavens and treads on the waves of the sea. Psalm 89:9 You rule the raging sea; when its waves mount up, You still them. Nahum 1:4 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. Acts 27:18-19 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. Psalm 93:3-4 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. Isaiah 51:15 For I am the LORD your God who stirs up the sea so that its waves roar—the LORD of Hosts is His name. Treasury of Scripture And the sea arose by reason of a great wind that blew. Psalm 107:25 For he commandeth, and raiseth the stormy wind, which lifteth up the waves thereof. Psalm 135:7 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. Matthew 14:24 But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. Jump to Previous Agitated Blew Blowing Getting Great Grew Lake Raised Reason Rising Rose Rough Sea Stirred Strong Tossed Waters WindJump to Next Agitated Blew Blowing Getting Great Grew Lake Raised Reason Rising Rose Rough Sea Stirred Strong Tossed Waters WindJohn 6 1. Jesus feeds five thousand men with five loaves and two fishes.15. Thereupon the people would have made him king; 16. but withdrawing himself, he walks on the sea to his disciples; 26. reproves the people flocking after him, and all the fleshly hearers of his word; 32. declares himself to be the bread of life to believers. 66. Many disciples depart from him. 68. Peter confesses him. 70. Judas is a devil. A strong wind was blowing In the context of the Sea of Galilee, strong winds are common due to the geographical layout. 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., Exodus 14:21, 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. and the sea grew agitated Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristAlthough not directly mentioned in this verse, Jesus is central to the account of John 6. He later walks on water to meet His disciples, demonstrating His divine authority over nature. 2. The Disciples 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. 3. The Sea of Galilee 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. 4. The Strong Wind Represents the challenges and trials faced by the disciples. It is a physical manifestation of the obstacles that can test faith. 5. The Agitated Sea Symbolizes chaos and uncertainty, often used in Scripture to depict life's tumultuous circumstances. Teaching Points Faith in the Midst of StormsJust as the disciples faced physical storms, believers encounter spiritual and emotional storms. Trusting in Jesus' presence and power is crucial. Jesus' Sovereignty Over Nature This event reaffirms Jesus' divine authority, encouraging believers to rely on Him in all circumstances. Recognizing Jesus in Our Trials The disciples initially did not recognize Jesus. In our struggles, we must be attentive to His presence and guidance. The Importance of Prayer and Reflection Before this event, Jesus had withdrawn to pray. Emulating His example, believers should seek solitude with God to prepare for life's challenges. Community and Support The disciples were together in the boat, reminding us of the importance of fellowship and mutual support during difficult times.(18) And the sea arose.--Better, was rising. The tense is still imperfect, describing the scene as it took place. The sea was then being agitated by the wind. Greek A strongμεγάλου (megalou) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3173: Large, great, in the widest sense. wind ἀνέμου (anemou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 417: The wind; fig: applied to empty doctrines. From the base of aer; wind; by implication, quarters. was blowing πνέοντος (pneontos) Verb - Present Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 4154: To blow, breathe, as the wind. A primary word; to breathe hard, i.e. Breeze. and τε (te) Conjunction Strong's 5037: And, both. A primary particle of connection or addition; both or also. the ἥ (hē) Article - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. sea θάλασσα (thalassa) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 2281: Probably prolonged from hals; the sea. grew agitated. διεγείρετο (diegeireto) Verb - Imperfect Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1326: To wake out of sleep, arouse in general, stir up. From dia and egeiro; to wake fully; i.e. Arouse. Links John 6:18 NIVJohn 6:18 NLT John 6:18 ESV John 6:18 NASB John 6:18 KJV John 6:18 BibleApps.com John 6:18 Biblia Paralela John 6:18 Chinese Bible John 6:18 French Bible John 6:18 Catholic Bible NT Gospels: John 6:18 The sea was tossed by a great (Jhn Jo Jn) |
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