Daily Gospel Exegesis Saturday of Week 3 in Ordinary Time - Mark 4: 35-41
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Jan 30, 2026 A focused reading of Mark 4:35-41 is followed by a look at the storm narrative and vivid eyewitness details. The analysis explores Jesus sleeping amid danger and his command over wind and sea as a display of authority. Geographic motives for crossing to the other side and parallels with Jonah and Old Testament texts are examined.
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Storm Follows A Day Of Teaching
- Mark places the storm episode after the parables to show continuity in Jesus' ministry that day.
- The crossing likely aims to move Jesus into Gentile territory and advance his mission purposefully.
Jesus Intentionally Crosses During The Storm
- Jesus likely knew the storm would come and deliberately chose to cross then to reveal his authority.
- Mark's detail that 'there were other boats with him' widens the scene beyond a single boat incident.
Sleeping On A Cushion: Eyewitness Detail
- Jesus sleeping with 'his head on the cushion' is a vivid eyewitness detail suggesting Peter's source for Mark.
- His calm sleep also underscores Jesus' humanity and his trust in God's providence.
