Feeding of Five Thousand

When did it happen?

Modern reckoning

AD 29

Traditional reckoning

AD 29

Dates before about 900 BC depend on how the Bible's own numbers are added up. Why the two reckonings differ.

Where is it in the Bible?

• Matthew 14:13–21
• Mark 6:30–44
• Luke 9:10–17
• John 6:1–14

Who was there, and where?

• Jesus Christ
• Andrew
• Phillip the Apostle

Where: Bethsaida.

Which verses connect to Matthew 14:13?

The strongest cross-references of the key verse, ranked by reader votes (OpenBible.info).

1. Luke 9:10–177 votes

   Then the apostles returned and reported to Jesus all that they had done. Taking them away privately, He withdrew to a town called Bethsaida. But the crowds found out and followed Him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and He healed those who needed healing. …

2. Matthew 14:1–25 votes

   At that time Herod the tetrarch heard the reports about Jesus and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he has risen from the dead! That is why miraculous powers are at work in him.”

3. Matthew 12:154 votes

   Aware of this, Jesus withdrew from that place. Large crowds followed Him, and He healed them all,

4. Mark 6:30–444 votes

   Meanwhile, the apostles gathered around Jesus and brought Him news of all they had done and taught. And He said to them, “Come with Me privately to a solitary place, and let us rest for a while.” For many people were coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. …

5. John 6:1–154 votes

   After this, Jesus crossed to the other side of the Sea of Galilee (that is, the Sea of Tiberias). A large crowd followed Him because they saw the signs He was performing on the sick. …

6. Matthew 10:233 votes

   When they persecute you in one town, flee to the next. Truly I tell you, you will not reach all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes.