6. He told the crowd to sit down on the ground. He took the seven loaves and gave thanks to God. Then he broke them and gave them to his disciples. They set the loaves down in front of the people.
7. The disciples also had a few small fish. Jesus gave thanks for them too. He told the disciples to pass them around.
8. The people ate and were satisfied. After that, the disciples picked up seven baskets of leftover pieces.
9. About 4,000 men were there. Jesus sent them away.