4:33

So: The Greek word that the Berean Standard Bible translates as So can also be translated “therefore.” The disciples were surprised at what Jesus had said.

Here are other ways to translate this word:

Then (New International Version)
-or-
That is why

Could someone have brought Him food?: This is a rhetorical question. Its purpose is to express surprise at Jesus’ words in 4:32. The disciples are suggesting the possibility that someone else brought Jesus food. The question expresses doubt about that possibility and expects that no one brought him food.

There are two ways to translate this rhetorical question:

• Use a question, as in the Berean Standard Bible.

• Use a statement. For example:

It is unlikely that someone else brought food to him.

Translate this rhetorical question in a way that is natural in your language.

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