Chapter summary
Matthew 14 Summary
Matthew 14 records John the Baptist's death, Jesus feeding 5,000 with five loaves and two fish, and walking on the water — and Peter's brief, sinking attempt.
Herod beheads John. Jesus withdraws but is followed by crowds. Moved with compassion, he heals and then multiplies five loaves and two fish to feed five thousand men plus women and children.
That night he walks on the sea to his terrified disciples. Peter steps out and walks too — until he sees the wind. Jesus catches him: «O you of little faith, why did you doubt?» Worship erupts in the boat.
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