John 6:8 kjv
One of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter's brother, saith unto him,
John 6:8 nkjv
One of His disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter's brother, said to Him,
John 6:8 niv
Another of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter's brother, spoke up,
John 6:8 esv
One of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter's brother, said to him,
John 6:8 nlt
Then Andrew, Simon Peter's brother, spoke up.
John 6 8 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| John 6:8 | "One of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, said to him,..." | Introduces Andrew's response |
| John 6:9 | "...‘Here is a boy with five barley loaves and two small fish, but..." | The offering itself |
| John 1:44 | "Philip was from Bethsaida, the town of Andrew and Peter." | Identifies Andrew's hometown |
| John 12:22 | "Philip went and told Andrew; Andrew and Philip then told Jesus." | Andrew's role in bringing Gentiles to Jesus |
| 1 Corinthians 1:1 | "Paul, called by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus..." | Andrew was also a disciple of Jesus |
| Acts 1:13 | "When they had entered the city, they went up to the upper room..." | Andrew among the apostles in prayer |
| Matthew 14:17 | "‘We have nothing here but five loaves and two fish,’ they answered,..." | Similar account of the feeding |
| Mark 6:38 | "‘How many loaves do you have?’ he asked. ‘Go and see.’ When they found out,..." | Similar account of the feeding |
| Luke 9:13 | "But he said to them, ‘You give them something to eat.’ They replied, ‘..." | Similar account of the feeding |
| Psalm 78:19 | "They spoke against God, saying, ‘Can God really spread a table in the desert?..." | Parallels seeking God's provision |
| Genesis 43:32 | "They served him by himself, the Egyptians who ate with him by themselves,..." | Joseph's brothers served separately |
| Leviticus 23:42-43 | "Live in booths for seven days... so your generations may know that I made..." | Feast of Tabernacles in booths |
| Numbers 15:21 | "From the first portion of your kneadings, you are to give a cake for an..." | Offering of firstfruits |
| Deuteronomy 8:3 | "He humbled you, causing you to hunger and then feeding you with manna..." | God's provision in the wilderness |
| 2 Kings 4:42 | "A man came from Baal Shalishah, bringing twenty loaves of barley bread..." | Elisha's feeding miracle |
| 2 Kings 4:44 | "...and he gave them to the people to eat. And they ate and were satisfied..." | Elisha's feeding miracle outcome |
| Isaiah 55:1 | "‘Come, all you who are thirsty, come to me without money!..." | God's invitation to abundant provision |
| Jeremiah 32:17 | "‘Ah, Sovereign LORD, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great..." | God's power to do the impossible |
| Psalm 37:25 | "I have been young, and now I am old, yet I have not seen the righteous..." | God's faithfulness to the righteous |
| John 6:5 | "Looking up, Jesus saw a great crowd coming toward him. He said to Philip,..." | Jesus testing Philip first |
| John 6:7 | "Philip answered him, ‘It is not enough for them to be given a little each.’" | Philip's realistic assessment |
John 6 verses
John 6 8 Meaning
This verse introduces Andrew, Simon Peter's brother, who points out a boy with five barley loaves and two small fish, noting the inadequacy of this for the large crowd. It highlights Andrew's immediate response to Jesus' question about where to buy food, demonstrating a practical, though seemingly insufficient, suggestion.
John 6 8 Context
In this chapter, Jesus has crossed the Sea of Galilee. A large crowd follows Him, impressed by His miracles. Jesus, seeing the multitude, asks Philip where they can buy bread to feed them. Andrew, a disciple, is then introduced as he points out a young boy with a meager lunch of five barley loaves and two small fish, stating its insufficiency. This occurs within the broader narrative of Jesus preparing to miraculously feed thousands, demonstrating His divine power and provision. The historical context is a large gathering of people, likely in a somewhat remote area, seeking Jesus after witnessing His healing.
John 6 8 Word Analysis
"One": Refers to a singular person within the group of disciples.
"of his disciples": Identifies the speaker as belonging to Jesus' inner circle of followers.
"Andrew": The name of the disciple, of Greek origin, meaning "manly" or "brave." He is prominently identified as Simon Peter's brother, establishing a familial connection.
"Simon Peter's brother": This phrase explicitly links Andrew to Peter, a key figure in the Gospels. It helps the reader identify which Andrew is being referenced, connecting him to a more recognizable disciple.
"said": Indicates the act of speaking or responding.
"to him": Refers to Jesus, the one to whom the statement is directed.
"Here is a boy": Refers to a young male. The specific mention of a "boy" emphasizes the youth and insignificance of the source of the food.
"with five barley loaves": "Barley" (κριθινός - krithinós) denotes a common, less expensive grain than wheat, often used by the poor. "Loaves" (ἄρτοι - artoí) signifies bread, a staple food. Five loaves suggest a very small amount.
"and two small fish": "Small" (ὀψάριον - opsárion) refers to small fish, often dried and salted, likely sardines or similar types. Again, "two" emphasizes the scarcity of the offering.
"but": A conjunction introducing a statement of inadequacy or contrast.
"what are these for so many people?": This rhetorical question underscores the perceived inadequacy of the provisions for the massive crowd.
John 6 8 Bonus Section
Andrew's initial question to Jesus in John 1:41, "We have found the Messiah," shows his eagerness to share his discovery. Here, he again brings a potential resource to Jesus, demonstrating his consistent role as a bringer of people and resources to the Lord. The use of barley bread and small fish reflects the common diet of the time, particularly for ordinary people, emphasizing Jesus' ability to minister to all strata of society. This event is a profound illustration of Jesus’ power to multiply resources and provide abundantly from seemingly nothing.
John 6 8 Commentary
Andrew, despite recognizing the limitations of the offered food, brings it forward. This action, though seemingly small, is crucial. It’s not about the quantity of the loaves and fish, but about bringing what little one has to Jesus. The emphasis is on obedience and presentation. Jesus can do immeasurably more with an offering that is surrendered to Him. Andrew’s faith, though mixed with doubt about the sufficiency, initiates the miracle.