52for they 6:52 Lit had not understood on the basis ofhad not gained any insight from the incident of the loaves, but 6:52 Lit heart was hardened; or their mind was closed, made dull; or insensibletheir hearts were hardened.
52because they had not understood [the miracle of] the loaves [how it revealed the power and deity of Jesus]; but [in fact] their heart was hardened [being oblivious and indifferent to His amazing works].