¹ sn That is, in spite of Jesus’ instructions to the man to tell no one about the healing (v. 14).

² tn The word “him” is not in the Greek text, but is implied. Direct objects were frequently omitted in Greek when clear from the context.

³ tn Here δέ (de) has not been translated.

⁴ tn The participle προσελθόντες (proselqonte") has been translated as a finite verb due to requirements of contemporary English style.

⁵ tn The double vocative shows great emotion.

⁶ tn Here δέ (de) has been translated as “so” to indicate the connection to the preceding events.

⁷ tn Or “commanded” (often with the implication of a threat, L&N 33.331).

⁸ sn Who has authority over the seas and winds is discussed in the OT: Ps 104:3; 135:7; 107:23-30. When Jesus rebuked the wind and the raging waves he was making a statement about who he was.

⁹ tn Grk “your soul,” but ψυχή (yuch) is frequently used of one’s physical life. It clearly has that meaning in this context.

¹⁰ tn Or “required back.” This term, ἀπαιτέω (apaitew), has an economic feel to it and is often used of a debt being called in for repayment (BDAG 96 s.v. 1).

¹¹ tn Grk “the things you have prepared, whose will they be?” The words “for yourself” are not in the Greek text, but are implied.

¹² tn Grk “Truly (ἀμήν, amhn), I say to you.”

¹³ sn On receive see John 1:12.

¹⁴ sn The point of the comparison receive the kingdom of God like a child has more to do with a child’s trusting spirit and willingness to be dependent and receive from others than any inherent humility the child might possess.

¹⁵ tn The negation in Greek used here (οὐ μή, ou mh) is very strong.