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Matthew · Chapter 14

Matthew 14:25

In the fourth watch of the night, Jesus came to them, walking on the sea.

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Before · Matthew 14:23–24

23After he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into the mountain by himself to pray. When evening had come, he was there alone. 24But the boat was now in the middle of the sea, distressed by the waves, for the wind was contrary.

25In the fourth watch of the night, Jesus came to them, walking on the sea.

After · Matthew 14:26–27

26When the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, “It’s a ghost!” and they cried out for fear. 27But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Cheer up! It is I! Don’t be afraid.”

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Notes and cross references in the WEB

  • FootnoteThe night was equally divided into four watches, so the fourth watch is approximately 3:00 a.m. to sunrise.
  • Cross referenceSee Job 9:8

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