Mark 6:35

By now the hour was already late. So the disciples came to Jesus and said, “This is a desolate place, and the hour is already late.

Berean Standard Bible

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Study note

Setting — The disciples approach Jesus in an isolated area as evening approaches and inform Him that the crowd must be sent away to find food.

The words — ἤδη (ēdē) means "already," and ὥρας πολλῆς γενομένης (hōras pollēs genomenēs) literally renders "when the hour had become late."

The thread — This logistical report appears in Matthew 14:15 and Luke 9:12, where the disciples voice the same concern about the isolated location and advancing evening.

Why it lands — The text records a practical observation about time and place before Jesus issues a directive, requiring the reader to note human calculation contrasted with divine provision.

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The Greek words

King James Version

And when the day was now far spent, his disciples came unto him, and said, This is a desert place, and now the time is far passed:

Cross-references

Luke 9:12 As the day neared its end, the Twelve came to Jesus and said, “Dismiss the crowd so they can go to the surrounding villages and countryside for lodging and provisions. For we are in a desolate place here.”
John 6:5 When Jesus looked up and saw a large crowd coming toward Him, He said to Philip, “Where can we buy bread for these people to eat?”
Matthew 14:15 When evening came, the disciples came to Him and said, “This is a desolate place, and the hour is already late. Dismiss the crowds so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food.”