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Mark 8:5-9

5 “How many loaves do you have?” Jesus asked.
“Seven,” they replied.

6 He told the crowd to sit down on the ground. When he had taken the seven loaves and given thanks, he broke them and gave them to his disciples to set before the people, and they did so.

7 They had a few small fish as well; he gave thanks for them also and told the disciples to distribute them.

8 The people ate and were satisfied. Afterward the disciples picked up seven basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over.

9 About four thousand men were present. And having sent them away,

Cross References for Mark 8:5-9

Matthew 15:34 - “How many loaves do you have?” Jesus asked. “Seven,” they replied, “and a few small fish.” Click to read the verse Matthew 15:34 Click to read the verse Matthew 15:34

Luke 9:13 - He replied, “You give them something to eat.” They answered, “We have only five loaves of bread... Click to read the verse Luke 9:13 Click to read the verse Luke 9:13

Mark 6:38 - “How many loaves do you have?” he asked. “Go and see.” When they found out, they said, “Five—an... Click to read the verse Mark 6:38 Click to read the verse Mark 6:38

Matthew 14:15-17 - As evening approached, the disciples came to him and said, “This is a remote place, and it’s al... Click to read the verse Matthew 14:15-17 Click to read the verse Matthew 14:15-17