1 It was one of those days when there was a great crowd of people. They had nothing to eat so he called his disciples.2 Jesus said: »I am concerned for these people because they continue with me now three days, and have nothing to eat.3 »If I send them away to their houses with no food they will be weak and faint. Some of them have a long way to go.«4 His disciples answered, »How could we get enough bread in this desolate place?«5 Jesus responded: »How much bread do you have?« They said: »Seven loaves.«6 He made the people sit on the ground. Then he took the seven loaves and gave thanks. He gave the broken bread to his disciples and they served the people.7 They had some small fish. After blessing them he had them serve the people in the same way.8 After eating they picked up seven baskets full of food.9 About four thousand ate. Then he sent them away.