Mark 6:51

“And he went up unto them in the ship, etc..] That is, after Peter had desired he might be bid to come to him upon the water, and having got leave, made an essay; but the wind being boisterous, and beginning to sink, he cried out for help; when Christ stretched out his hand, and saved him; and then he, together with Peter, went up into the ship to the rest of the disciples, as is related by Matthew, (<401428>Matthew 14:28-32), though omitted by this evangelist: and the wind ceased; from blowing; it was laid at once, as soon as ever Christ entered the ship: and they were sore amazed in themselves beyond measure, and wondered. The Ethiopic version adds, “at him”; they were astonished, when they…”

“See this passage explained in the notes at Matthew 14:22-36. Mark 6:52 They considered not the miracle of the loaves - They did not remember or call to mind the “power” which Jesus had shown in feeding the five thousand by a miracle, and that, having done that, he had power also to save them from the storm. Their heart was hardened - Their “mind” was dull to perceive it. This does not mean that they were “opposed” to Jesus, or that they had what we denominate “hardness of heart,” but simply that they were slow to perceive his power. They did not quickly learn, as they ought to have done, that he had all power, and could therefore allay the storm. The word “heart” is frequently used in this…”

“6:51 Jesus’ entrance into the boat calmed the storm. • totally amazed: They were reverential and awed at the greatness of Jesus Christ, the Son of God (cp. 2:12; 5:24; Matt 14:33).”

“and the: Mar 4:39; Psa 93:3, Psa 93:4, Psa 107:28-30; Mat 8:26, Mat 8:27, Mat 14:28-32; Luk 8:24, Luk 8:25; Joh 6:21 and they: Mar 1:27, Mar 2:12, Mar 4:41, Mar 5:42, Mar 7:37 Mark 6:52”