Matthew 8:23 - Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

Into a ship - This was on the Sea of Tiberias. The “ship” in which they sailed was probably a small open boat with sails, such as was commonly used for fishing on the lake.

His disciples - Not merely the apostles, but probably many others. There were many other ships in company with him, Mark 4:36. This circumstance would render the miracle much more striking and impressive.

Matthew 8:23

23 And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him.