Mark 4:35

“And the same day, when the even was come, etc..] After he had finished his parables among the multitude, and had explained them to his disciples: he saith unto them; his disciples, let us pass over unto the other side: that is, of the sea of Galilee, or lake of Gennesaret, to the country of the Gadarenes, and Gergesenes; with a view for retirement and rest, after the fatigue of the day; and for the trial of the faith of his disciples, by a storm which he knew would arise, whilst they were on the sea; and for the sake of a miracle he was to work on the other side, after related.”

“See the notes at Matthew 8:18-27. Mark 4:36 Even as he was in the ship - They took him without making any preparation for the voyage; without providing any food or raiment. He was sitting in a ship, or boat, instructing the people. In the same boat, probably ill fitted to encounter a storm on the lake, they sailed. This would render their danger more imminent and the miracle more striking. There were with him other little ships - Belonging probably to the people, who, seeing him sail, resolved to follow him. Mark 4:39 Peace, be still - There is something exceedingly authoritative and majestic in this command of our Lord. Standing amid the howling tempest, on the heaving sea, and in the…”

“Mat 8:23; Luk 8:22. Mark 4:36”

“4:35–5:43 The three miracle stories in this section are connected by a shared location (the Sea of Galilee), the presence of the disciples, the use of a boat, and a common theme, Who is this man? (4:41). 4:35-41 This passage focuses on the greatness of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Jesus’ authority over natural forces demonstrated his divinity. • the other side: The eastern side of the Sea of Galilee was the region of the Gerasenes (5:1). • The fact that other boats followed shows Jesus’ fame.”

“the same: Mat 8:23; Luk 8:22 Let: Mar 5:21, Mar 6:45, Mar 8:13; Mat 8:18, Mat 14:22; Joh 6:1, Joh 6:17, Joh 6:25 Mark 4:36”