Peter’s expectation subsequently redefined. What is prominent is a motif that has often been called the Messianic secret. More so in Mark than in any other Gospel, Jesus frequently commands people not to tell anyone about his identity. In 8:30 he abruptly silences Peter without any of the praise or promises so well known from Matthew’s version (Matt. 16:17–19). Insight into parables is not to be given to “outsiders” (Mark 4:10–12); demonic confessions are rebuked (1:25, 34; 3:12); and spectacular