Matthew 15:15Peter answered him, "Explain the parable to us."
The setting
A private moment after the public confrontation. Peter, as usual, speaks for the group. They're away from the crowds in northern Israel...
The emotion here: honest confusion mixed with trust that Jesus will clarify
The original word
phrazo (φράζω) — to make clear, explain, declare plainly what was hidden
Why it matters
Jewish rabbis often taught in parables that required private explanation to inner disciples
Read with care
What most readers miss in Matthew 15:15
Peter calls this teaching a 'parable' even though Jesus spoke plainly - showing they were genuinely confused
Common misconceptionPeople think asking questions shows weak faith, but Peter's boldness to ask for clarification actually demonstrates strong faith in Jesus as a patient teacher.
The thread continues
Verses that echo Matthew 15:15
Bible Genome reading
Matthew 15:15 — Bible Genome reading
Emotional genome
Matthew 15:15 comes from the book of Matthew, written during the gospel period. These words are attributed to Peter. The dominant emotion in this verse is seeking, with a comfort power of 15% and a tone that is reflective. It belongs to the narrative genre of biblical literature. Key themes include seeking understanding, discipleship. Notable phrases: explain the parable.
Emotionally similar
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