But they did not grasp what he said; its meaning was veiled from them so that they could not perceive it, and they were afraid to ask him about it.
In context
43And they were all overwhelmed by the greatness of God. While everyone was still marveling at all he was doing, he said to his disciples, 44“Let these words sink into your ears: the Son of Man is about to be handed over into human hands.” 45But they did not grasp what he said; its meaning was veiled from them so that they could not perceive it, and they were afraid to ask him about it. 46An argument started among them about which of them was the greatest. 47Jesus, knowing the argument in their hearts, took a small child and stood him at his side,
