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John 6:12

John 6:12
When they were filled, he said unto his disciples, Gather up the fragments that remain, that nothing be lost.

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

When they were filled,.... Had not only eaten, but had made a full meal, and were thoroughly satisfied, having eaten as…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Gather up the fragments - This command is omitted by the other evangelists. It shows the care of Jesus that there should…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Gather up the fragments - "Great will be the punishment of those who waste the crumbs of food, scatter seed, and neglect…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714John 6:1-14

We have here an account of Christ's feeding five thousand men with five loaves and two fishes, which miracle is in this…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

Gather up the fragments S. John alone tells of this command, though the others tell us that the fragments were gathered…