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Withdrew to the sea (anechōrēsen eis tēn thalassan). Evidently Jesus knew of the plot to kill him, “perceiving it” (Mat 12:15). “He and His would be safer by the open beach” (Swete). He has the disciples with him. Vincent notes that on eleven occasions Mark mentions the withdrawals of Jesus to escape his enemies, for prayer, for rest, for private conference with his disciples (Mar 1:12; Mar 3:7; Mar 6:31, Mar 6:46; Mar 7:24, Mar 7:31; Mar 9:2; Mar 10:1; Mar 14:34). But, as often, a great multitude (polu plēthos) from Galilee followed him.