SEV Biblia, Chapter 14:17
Y ellos dijeron: No tenemos aquí sino cinco panes y dos peces.
Clarke's Bible Commentary - Matthew 14:17
Verse 17. We have here but five loaves and two fishes.] When we are deeply conscious of our own necessities, we shall be led to depend on Jesus with a firmer faith. God often permits his servants to be brought low, that they may have repeated opportunities of proving the kindness and mercy of their gracious Lord and Master.
John Gill's Bible Commentary
Ver. 17. And they say unto him , etc.] In order to excuse themselves, and to show the impossibility of feeding such a large number of people; we have here but five loaves ; and these barley ones, coarse bread; and two fishes ; small ones, which were dried and salted, and fit for present eating; which they either brought along with them for their own refreshment, or rather, were brought thither by a boy to sell, as is usual where a great concourse of people are got together: these words seem to be spoken by Andrew, Simon Peters brother; who added, but what are they among so many? (see John 6:8,9) not thinking of the power of Christ, who was able to multiply, and make this provision a sufficiency for the whole company.
Matthew Henry Commentary
Verses 13-21 - When Christ and his word withdraw, it is best for us to follow, seeking the means of grace for our souls before any worldly advantages. The presence of Christ and his gospel, makes a desert not only tolerable but desirable. This little supply of bread was increased by Christ' creating power, till the whole multitude were satisfied. In seeking the welfare of men's souls, we should have compassion on their bodie likewise. Let us also remember always to crave a blessing on our meals and learn to avoid all waste, as frugality is the proper source of liberality. See in this miracle an emblem of the Bread of life, whic came down from heaven to sustain our perishing souls. The provisions of Christ's gospel appear mean and scanty to the world, yet they satisf all that feed on him in their hearts by faith with thanksgiving.
Greek Textus Receptus
οι 3588 T-NPM δε 1161 CONJ λεγουσιν 3004 5719 V-PAI-3P αυτω 846 P-DSM ουκ 3756 PRT-N εχομεν 2192 5719 V-PAI-1P ωδε 5602 ADV ει 1487 COND μη 3361 PRT-N πεντε 4002 A-NUI αρτους 740 N-APM και 2532 CONJ δυο 1417 A-NUI ιχθυας 2486 N-APM
Robertson's NT Word Studies
14:17 {And they say unto him} (hoi de legousin autwi). The disciples, like us today, are quick with reasons for their inability to perform the task imposed by Jesus.
