16 And they reasoned among themselves, saying, It is because we have no bread.
16 They discussed this with one another and said, "It is because we have no bread."
16 And they began discussing with one another the fact that they had no bread.
16 Meanwhile, the disciples were finding fault with each other because they had forgotten to bring bread.
16 And they reasoned among themselves, saying, "It is because we have no bread."
16 At this they began to argue with each other because they hadn't brought any bread.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Mark 8:16
Commentary on Mark 8:11-21
(Read Mark 8:11-21)
Obstinate unbelief will have something to say, though ever so unreasonable. Christ refused to answer their demand. If they will not be convinced, they shall not. Alas! what cause we have to lament for those around us, who destroy themselves and others by their perverse and obstinate unbelief, and enmity to the gospel! When we forget the works of God, and distrust him, we should chide ourselves severely, as Christ here reproves his disciples. How is it that we so often mistake his meaning, disregard his warnings, and distrust his providence?