813 B
813 B
The disciples did not understand the meaning of the story, so they asked Jesus to explain it to them
The connecting word so introduces a reason and result relationship. The reason is the disciples did not understand the meaning of the story. The result is they asked Jesus to explain it. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-logic-result)
the Messiah
Jesus is referring to himself. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-123person)
the people of God’s kingdom
This refers to the people who belong to or are part of the kingdom of God. It can also be translated as: “the people who live under God’s authority” or “the people who have submitted to God’s rule” or “the people who will live with God in his kingdom.” (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-possession)