Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Listen then to what the parable of the sower means: New Living Translation “Now listen to the explanation of the parable about the farmer planting seeds: English Standard Version “Hear then the parable of the sower: Berean Standard Bible Consider, then, the parable of the sower: Berean Literal Bible You, therefore, hear the parable of the one having sown: King James Bible Hear ye therefore the parable of the sower. New King James Version “Therefore hear the parable of the sower: New American Standard Bible “Listen then to the parable of the sower. NASB 1995 “Hear then the parable of the sower. NASB 1977 “Hear then the parable of the sower. Legacy Standard Bible “Hear then the parable of the sower. Amplified Bible “Listen then to the [meaning of the] parable of the sower: Christian Standard Bible “So listen to the parable of the sower: Holman Christian Standard Bible “You, then, listen to the parable of the sower: American Standard Version Hear then ye the parable of the sower. Contemporary English Version Now listen to the meaning of the story about the farmer: English Revised Version Hear then ye the parable of the sower. GOD'S WORD® Translation "Listen to what the story about the farmer means. Good News Translation "Listen, then, and learn what the parable of the sower means. International Standard Version "Listen, then, to the parable about the farmer. Majority Standard Bible Consider, then, the parable of the sower: NET Bible "So listen to the parable of the sower: New Heart English Bible "Hear, then, the parable of the farmer. Webster's Bible Translation Hear ye therefore the parable of the sower. Weymouth New Testament "To you then I will explain the parable of the Sower. World English Bible “Hear, then, the parable of the farmer. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionYou, therefore, hear the allegory of the sower: Berean Literal Bible You, therefore, hear the parable of the one having sown: Young's Literal Translation 'Ye, therefore, hear ye the simile of the sower: Smith's Literal Translation Therefore hear ye the parable of him sowing. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHear you therefore the parable of the sower. Catholic Public Domain Version Listen, then, to the parable of the sower. New American Bible “Hear then the parable of the sower. New Revised Standard Version “Hear then the parable of the sower. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNow you listen to the parable of the seed. Aramaic Bible in Plain English But hear the parable of the seed. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentHear you, therefore, the parable of the sower. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament Hear ye therefore the parable of the sower. Mace New Testament Hear then the meaning of this parable of the sower. Weymouth New Testament "To you then I will explain the parable of the Sower. Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Parable of the Sower Explained17For truly I tell you, many prophets and righteous men longed to see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not hear it. 18 Consider, then, the parable of the sower: 19When anyone hears the message of the kingdom but does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what was sown in his heart. This is the seed sown along the path.… Cross References Mark 4:14-20 The farmer sows the word. / Some are like the seeds along the path, where the word is sown. As soon as they hear it, Satan comes and takes away the word that was sown in them. / Some are like the seeds sown on rocky ground. They hear the word and at once receive it with joy. ... Luke 8:11-15 Now this is the meaning of the parable: The seed is the word of God. / The seeds along the path are those who hear, but the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts, so that they may not believe and be saved. / The seeds on rocky ground are those who hear the word and receive it with joy, but they have no root. They believe for a season, but in the time of testing, they fall away. ... Isaiah 6:9-10 And He replied: “Go and tell this people, ‘Be ever hearing, but never understanding; be ever seeing, but never perceiving.’ / Make the hearts of this people calloused; deafen their ears and close their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn and be healed.” Jeremiah 5:21 “Hear this, O foolish and senseless people, who have eyes but do not see, who have ears but do not hear. Ezekiel 12:2 “Son of man, you are living in a rebellious house. They have eyes to see but do not see, and ears to hear but do not hear, for they are a rebellious house. Romans 10:17 Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ. John 12:37-41 Although Jesus had performed so many signs in their presence, they still did not believe in Him. / This was to fulfill the word of Isaiah the prophet: “Lord, who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?” / For this reason they were unable to believe. For again, Isaiah says: ... Acts 28:25-27 They disagreed among themselves and began to leave after Paul had made this final statement: “The Holy Spirit was right when He spoke to your fathers through Isaiah the prophet: / ‘Go to this people and say, “You will be ever hearing but never understanding; you will be ever seeing but never perceiving.” / For this people’s heart has grown callous; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn, and I would heal them.’ Hebrews 4:2 For we also received the good news just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, since they did not share the faith of those who comprehended it. James 1:21-25 Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and every expression of evil, and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save your souls. / Be doers of the word, and not hearers only. Otherwise, you are deceiving yourselves. / For anyone who hears the word but does not carry it out is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror, ... 1 Corinthians 2:14 The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned. 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. / The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. Psalm 119:18 Open my eyes that I may see wondrous things from Your law. Proverbs 1:5 let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel Proverbs 2:1-5 My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you, / if you incline your ear to wisdom and direct your heart to understanding, / if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding, ... Treasury of Scripture Hear you therefore the parable of the sower. Matthew 13:11,12 He answered and said unto them, Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it is not given… Mark 4:14 The sower soweth the word. Jump to Previous Ear Earth Explain Farmer Hear Means Parable Seed Simile Sower StoryJump to Next Ear Earth Explain Farmer Hear Means Parable Seed Simile Sower StoryMatthew 13 1. The parable of the sower and the seed;18. the explanation of it. 24. The parable of the weeds; 31. of the mustard seed; 33. of the leaven; 36. explanation of the parable of the weeds. 44. The parable of the hidden treasure; 45. of the pearl; 47. of the drag net cast into the sea. 53. Jesus is a prophet without honor in his own country. Consider, then: This phrase invites the listener to reflect deeply on the teaching that follows. It suggests a call to attention and understanding, emphasizing the importance of the message. In biblical context, Jesus often used parables to convey spiritual truths, requiring the audience to engage thoughtfully. The word "consider" implies a need for discernment and contemplation, aligning with Proverbs 2:2-5, which encourages seeking wisdom and understanding. the parable of the sower: Persons / Places / Events 1. JesusThe central figure in the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus is the one teaching the parable. He is the Messiah and the Son of God, imparting divine wisdom through parables. 2. Disciples The immediate audience of Jesus' explanation. They are followers of Christ, seeking to understand His teachings more deeply. 3. The Sower While not a person in this specific verse, the sower represents anyone who spreads the Word of God. In the broader context, it can also symbolize Jesus Himself. 4. The Parable of the Sower A teaching tool used by Jesus to convey spiritual truths through a simple account about a farmer sowing seeds. 5. The Seed Symbolizes the Word of God, which is spread among different types of soil, representing the hearts of people. Teaching Points Understanding the WordIt is crucial to seek understanding of God's Word, as Jesus explains the parable to His disciples. Without understanding, the Word can be easily snatched away. Condition of the Heart Reflect on the condition of your heart. Are you receptive to God's Word, like good soil, or are there obstacles preventing growth? Active Listening Jesus calls us to "consider" the parable, emphasizing the importance of active listening and reflection on His teachings. Spiritual Growth Just as seeds need the right conditions to grow, our spiritual lives require nurturing through prayer, study, and obedience to God's Word. Evangelism and Discipleship As sowers of the Word, we are called to spread the Gospel, trusting God for the growth and transformation in others' lives.(18) Hear ye therefore.--The "ye" is emphatic. The interpretation which is withheld from others is given to you.Verses 18-23. - The explanation of the parable of the sower. Parallel passages: Mark 4:13-20; Luke 8:11-15. Observe that after the preceding verses St. Matthew's readers would the more easily catch the lesson of the parable. Verse 18. - Matthew only. Hear ye therefore; Revised Version, hear ye then, which leaves more room for the rightful emphasis on ye (ὑμεῖς) than the Authorized Version, but hardly gives the full force of οϋν (therefore), i.e. in accordance with the privileges that have been given you. The parable of the sower. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Consider,ἀκούσατε (akousate) Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. then, οὖν (oun) Conjunction Strong's 3767: Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly. the τὴν (tēn) Article - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. parable παραβολὴν (parabolēn) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 3850: From paraballo; a similitude, i.e. fictitious narrative, apothegm or adage. of the τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. sower: σπείραντος (speirantos) Verb - Aorist Participle Active - Genitive Masculine Singular Strong's 4687: To sow, spread, scatter. Probably strengthened from spao; to scatter, i.e. Sow. 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