Matthew 16:8 - Exposition

When Jesus perceived ( γνούς ). He knew their thoughts, if he did not overhear their words, and he reproved them severely on two accounts—first, for want of faith in his care; and secondly, for not understanding the mystical allusion in the word "leaven." Ye of little faith. They showed lack of faith by being solicitous concerning bodily wants, thinking that Christ was regardless of, or unable to provide for them under all circumstances. He applied the same term to them elsewhere, as when they apprehended not the lesson of the grass of the field ( Matthew 6:30 ), and when they were fearful in the storm on the lake ( Matthew 8:26 ).