Mark 4:41
New International Version
They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”

New Living Translation
The disciples were absolutely terrified. “Who is this man?” they asked each other. “Even the wind and waves obey him!”

English Standard Version
And they were filled with great fear and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?”

Berean Standard Bible
Overwhelmed with fear, they asked one another, “Who is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

Berean Literal Bible
And they feared with great fear and were saying to each other, "Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?"

King James Bible
And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

New King James Version
And they feared exceedingly, and said to one another, “Who can this be, that even the wind and the sea obey Him!”

New American Standard Bible
They became very much afraid and said to one another, “Who, then, is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

NASB 1995
They became very much afraid and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

NASB 1977
And they became very much afraid and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

Legacy Standard Bible
And they became very afraid and were saying to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

Amplified Bible
They were filled with great fear, and said to each other, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

Christian Standard Bible
And they were terrified and asked one another, “Who then is this? Even the wind and the sea obey him! ”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
And they were terrified and asked one another, “Who then is this? Even the wind and the sea obey Him!”

American Standard Version
And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

Contemporary English Version
Now they were more afraid than ever and said to each other, "Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!"

English Revised Version
And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They were overcome with fear and asked each other, "Who is this man? Even the wind and the sea obey him!"

Good News Translation
But they were terribly afraid and began to say to one another, "Who is this man? Even the wind and the waves obey him!"

International Standard Version
Overcome with fear, they kept saying to one another, "Who is this man? Even the wind and the sea obey him!"

Majority Standard Bible
Overwhelmed with fear, they asked one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

NET Bible
They were overwhelmed by fear and said to one another, "Who then is this? Even the wind and sea obey him!"

New Heart English Bible
And they were greatly afraid, and said to one another, "Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?"

Webster's Bible Translation
And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

Weymouth New Testament
Then they were filled with terror, and began to say to one another, "Who is this, then? For even wind and sea obey Him."

World English Bible
They were greatly afraid and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And they feared a great fear and said to one another, “Who, then, is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

Berean Literal Bible
And they feared with great fear and were saying to each other, "Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?"

Young's Literal Translation
and they feared a great fear, and said one to another, 'Who, then, is this, that even the wind and the sea do obey him?'

Smith's Literal Translation
And they feared a great fear, and said to one another, Who is this, that also the wind and sea listen to him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And they feared exceedingly: and they said one to another: Who is this (thinkest thou) that both wind and sea obey him?

Catholic Public Domain Version
And they were struck with a great fear. And they said to one another, “Who do you think this is, that both wind and sea obey him?”

New American Bible
They were filled with great awe and said to one another, “Who then is this whom even wind and sea obey?”

New Revised Standard Version
And they were filled with great awe and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And they were exceedingly afraid, and said to each other, Oh, who is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And they were greatly afraid, and they were saying one to another, “Who is this, really, that the wind and sea obey him?”
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And they were greatly afraid, and said one to another: Who, then, is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

Godbey New Testament
And they feared with a great fear, and continued to say to one another, Who then is this, because the wind and the sea obey Him?

Haweis New Testament
And they were filled with the most reverential awe, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

Mace New Testament
and they were exceedingly afraid, and said to one another, who can this be, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

Weymouth New Testament
Then they were filled with terror, and began to say to one another, "Who is this, then? For even wind and sea obey Him."

Worrell New Testament
And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, "Who, then, is This, that even the wind and the sea obey Him!"

Worsley New Testament
And they were exceedingly afraid, and said to one another, Who is this? that even the wind and the sea obey Him?

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jesus Calms the Storm
40“Why are you so afraid?” He asked. “Do you still have no faith?” 41 Overwhelmed with fear, they asked one another, “Who is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

Cross References
Matthew 8:27
The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the sea obey Him!”

Luke 8:25
“Where is your faith?” He asked. Frightened and amazed, they asked one another, “Who is this? He commands even the winds and the water, and they obey Him!”

Psalm 89:9
You rule the raging sea; when its waves mount up, You still them.

Psalm 107:29
He calmed the storm to a whisper, and the waves of the sea were hushed.

Job 38:8-11
Who enclosed the sea behind doors when it burst forth from the womb, / when I made the clouds its garment and thick darkness its blanket, / when I fixed its boundaries and set in place its bars and doors, ...

Proverbs 30:4
Who has ascended to heaven and come down? Who has gathered the wind in His hands? Who has bound up the waters in His cloak? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is the name of His Son—surely you know!

Isaiah 45:7
I form the light and create the darkness; I bring prosperity and create calamity. I, the LORD, do all these things.

Jeremiah 5:22
Do you not fear Me?” declares the LORD. “Do you not tremble before Me, the One who set the sand as the boundary for the sea, an enduring barrier it cannot cross? The waves surge, but they cannot prevail. They roar but cannot cross it.

Jonah 1:15-16
Then they picked up Jonah and cast him into the sea, and the raging sea grew calm. / Then the men feared the LORD greatly, and they offered a sacrifice to the LORD and made vows to Him.

Exodus 14:21-22
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.

Matthew 14:32-33
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!”

John 6:19-21
When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the sea—and they were terrified. / 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.

Colossians 1:16-17
For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. / He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.

Hebrews 1:3
The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature, upholding all things by His powerful word. After He had provided purification for sins, He sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high.

Revelation 4:11
“Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and were created.”


Treasury of Scripture

And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?

feared.

Mark 5:33
But the woman fearing and trembling, knowing what was done in her, came and fell down before him, and told him all the truth.

1 Samuel 12:18-20,24
So Samuel called unto the LORD; and the LORD sent thunder and rain that day: and all the people greatly feared the LORD and Samuel…

Psalm 89:7
God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about him.

What.

Mark 7:37
And were beyond measure astonished, saying, He hath done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, and the dumb to speak.

Job 38:11
And said, Hitherto shalt thou come, but no further: and here shall thy proud waves be stayed?

Matthew 8:27
But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him!

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1. The parable of the sower,
14. and the meaning thereof.
21. We must communicate the light of our knowledge to others.
26. The parable of the seed growing secretly;
30. and of the mustard seed.
35. Jesus stills the storm on the sea.














Overwhelmed with fear
This phrase captures the disciples' reaction to witnessing Jesus' miraculous calming of the storm. The Greek word used here is "φοβέω" (phobeo), which can mean both fear and awe. In this context, it reflects a profound reverence and recognition of Jesus' divine authority. Historically, fear of the divine was common in Jewish tradition, as seen in the Old Testament when individuals encountered God's power. This fear is not merely terror but a deep respect and acknowledgment of the divine presence and power.

They asked one another
This phrase indicates a communal reflection among the disciples. The Greek word "λέγω" (lego) implies a dialogue or discussion. This moment of questioning among themselves shows their struggle to comprehend the full identity of Jesus. It reflects a common human experience of grappling with the divine mysteries and seeking understanding through community and shared insights.

Who is this
The disciples' question points to their growing realization and yet incomplete understanding of Jesus' true nature. The Greek word "τίς" (tis) is an interrogative pronoun used to inquire about identity. This question is central to the Gospel of Mark, which progressively reveals Jesus' identity as the Son of God. It invites readers to ponder the same question and seek a deeper relationship with Christ.

Even the wind and the sea obey Him
This statement highlights Jesus' authority over nature, a power attributed only to God in Jewish tradition. The Greek word "ὑπακούω" (hypakouo) means to obey or listen under authority. In the Old Testament, God alone commands the elements, as seen in Psalms and the account of Jonah. This miracle serves as a revelation of Jesus' divine authority, affirming His identity as the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. It challenges believers to trust in Jesus' power over the chaos in their own lives, reinforcing faith in His sovereignty and care.

Verse 41. - And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him? This would seem to have been said by the sailors, though it was doubtless assented to by all.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Overwhelmed with fear,
ἐφοβήθησαν (ephobēthēsan)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 5399: From phobos; to frighten, i.e. to be alarmed; by analogy, to be in awe of, i.e. Revere.

they asked
ἔλεγον (elegon)
Verb - Imperfect Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural
Strong's 2036: Answer, bid, bring word, command. A primary verb; to speak or say.

one another,
ἀλλήλους (allēlous)
Personal / Reciprocal Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Plural
Strong's 240: One another, each other. Genitive plural from allos reduplicated; one another.

“Who
Τίς (Tis)
Interrogative / Indefinite Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 5101: Who, which, what, why. Probably emphatic of tis; an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what.

is
ἐστιν (estin)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist.

this,
οὗτός (houtos)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

that
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

even
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the
(ho)
Article - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

wind
ἄνεμος (anemos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 417: The wind; fig: applied to empty doctrines. From the base of aer; wind; by implication, quarters.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

the
(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.

obey
ὑπακούει (hypakouei)
Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 5219: From hupo and akouo; to hear under, i.e. To listen attentively; by implication, to heed or conform to a command or authority.

Him?”
αὐτῷ (autō)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.


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