Time after Pentecost · Year B
Proper 7
June 20, 2027
Overview & Insights
"Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?" (Mark 4:41)
During a violent squall on the Sea of Galilee, the terrified disciples wake the sleeping Jesus, who rebukes the wind and waves into stillness. The scene confronts the disciples with the question of Jesus' true identity and authority.
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Commentary on Mark 4:35-41 Working Preacher
Luther Seminary exegesis of the stilling of the storm and Jesus' authority over chaos.
Mark 4:35-41 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed, sermon shaped reading of Jesus' lordship over the sea and the disciples' fear.
Mark 4: Jesus Calms the Storm Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik's verse by verse evangelical commentary on the whole chapter.
Mark 4 Commentary Precept Austin
A deep gathering of quotations, word studies, and cross references worked verse by verse.
Mark 4:35 Commentaries BibleHub
Aggregates classic commentaries such as Barnes, Gill, and Ellicott on the passage in one place.
Mark 4, Expository Notes StudyLight
Thomas Constable's expository notes on the calming of the storm and the disciples' question.
Background & Word Study
Enter the Bible: Mark Enter the Bible
Luther Seminary background on Mark's authorship, setting, and fast moving narrative.
Book of Mark Overview BibleProject
An animated walk through Mark's structure and themes to place the miracle at sea.
Mark 4:35 Greek Interlinear BibleHub
Greek word by word with parsing and Strong's numbers for close study of the passage.
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