Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Whoever has ears, let them hear.” New Living Translation Anyone with ears to hear should listen and understand.” English Standard Version He who has ears, let him hear.” Berean Standard Bible He who has ears, let him hear.” Berean Literal Bible The one having ears, let him hear!" King James Bible Who hath ears to hear, let him hear. New King James Version He who has ears to hear, let him hear!” New American Standard Bible The one who has ears, let him hear.” NASB 1995 “He who has ears, let him hear.” NASB 1977 “He who has ears, let him hear.” Legacy Standard Bible He who has ears, let him hear.” Amplified Bible He who has ears [to hear], let him hear and heed My words.” Christian Standard Bible Let anyone who has ears listen.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Anyone who has ears should listen!” American Standard Version He that hath ears, let him hear. Contemporary English Version If you have ears, pay attention! English Revised Version He that hath ears, let him hear. GOD'S WORD® Translation Let the person who has ears listen!" Good News Translation And Jesus concluded, "Listen, then, if you have ears!" International Standard Version Let the person who has ears listen!" NET Bible The one who has ears had better listen!" New Heart English Bible He who has ears, let him hear." Webster's Bible Translation Who hath ears to hear, let him hear. Weymouth New Testament Listen, every one who has ears!" Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe who has ears to hear, let him hear.” World English Bible He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHe who is having ears to hear—let him hear.” Berean Literal Bible The one having ears, let him hear!" Young's Literal Translation He who is having ears to hear -- let him hear.' Smith's Literal Translation He having ears to hear let him hear. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe that hath ears to hear, let him hear. Catholic Public Domain Version Whoever has ears to hear, let him hear.” New American Bible Whoever has ears ought to hear.” New Revised Standard Version Let anyone with ears listen!” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe who has ears to hear, let him hear. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Whoever has an ear that hears, let him hear.” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentHe that has ears to hear, let him hear. Godbey New Testament Haweis New Testament He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. Mace New Testament he that hath ears to hear, let him hear. Weymouth New Testament Listen, every one who has ears!" Worrell New Testament Worsley New Testament Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Parable of the Sower…8Still other seed fell on good soil and produced a crop—a hundredfold, sixtyfold, or thirtyfold. 9He who has ears, let him hear.” 10Then the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Why do You speak to the people in parables?”… Cross References Mark 4:9 Then Jesus said, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” Luke 8:8 Still other seed fell on good soil, where it sprang up and produced a crop—a hundredfold.” As Jesus said this, He called out, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.” Revelation 2:7 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to eat from the tree of life in the Paradise of God. Revelation 3:6 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. Revelation 13:9 He who has an ear, let him hear: 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.” Ezekiel 3:27 But when I speak with you, I will open your mouth, and you are to tell them, ‘This is what the Lord GOD says.’ Whoever listens, let him listen; and whoever refuses, let him refuse, for they are a rebellious house. Jeremiah 5:21 “Hear this, O foolish and senseless people, who have eyes but do not see, who have ears but do not hear. Deuteronomy 29:4 Yet to this day the LORD has not given you a mind to understand, eyes to see, or ears to hear. Romans 11:8 as it is written: “God gave them a spirit of stupor, eyes that could not see, and ears that could not hear, to this very day.” Acts 28:26-27 ‘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 3:7-8 Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says: “Today, if you hear His voice, / do not harden your hearts, as you did in the rebellion, in the day of testing in the wilderness, Psalm 115:4-6 Their idols are silver and gold, made by the hands of men. / They have mouths, but cannot speak; they have eyes, but cannot see; / they have ears, but cannot hear; they have noses, but cannot smell; Psalm 135:15-17 The idols of the nations are silver and gold, made by the hands of men. / They have mouths, but cannot speak; they have eyes, but cannot see; / they have ears, but cannot hear; nor is there breath in their mouths. Proverbs 20:12 Ears that hear and eyes that see—the LORD has made them both. Treasury of Scripture Who has ears to hear, let him hear. Matthew 13:16 But blessed are your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear. Matthew 11:15 He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. Mark 4:9,23 And he said unto them, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear… Jump to Previous Ear Ears HearJump to Next Ear Ears HearMatthew 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. He who has ears This phrase is a call to attention, emphasizing the importance of spiritual perception over mere physical hearing. In biblical times, having "ears" symbolized the ability to understand and discern spiritual truths. This expression is used throughout Scripture to highlight the necessity of being receptive to God's message (e.g., Deuteronomy 29:4, Isaiah 6:10). It underscores the idea that not everyone who hears the words of Jesus will comprehend their deeper meaning, as spiritual insight is required. let him hear.” Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe speaker of this verse, Jesus is teaching the crowds using parables. He is the central figure in the Gospels, whose teachings form the foundation of Christian doctrine. 2. The Disciples Present during Jesus' teaching, they are His closest followers and are often given deeper explanations of His parables. 3. The Crowds The general audience to whom Jesus is speaking. They represent a diverse group of people with varying levels of understanding and openness to Jesus' message. 4. Parables A method of teaching used by Jesus to convey spiritual truths through simple, everyday accounts. This verse concludes the Parable of the Sower. 5. The Kingdom of Heaven A central theme in Jesus' teachings, often explained through parables to illustrate its nature and the response it requires from individuals. Teaching Points Spiritual DiscernmentThe call to "hear" is not just about physical hearing but understanding and accepting spiritual truths. Believers are encouraged to seek discernment through prayer and study of the Word. Openness to God's Word Having "ears to hear" implies a readiness and willingness to receive and act upon God's message. This requires humility and a teachable spirit. The Role of Parables Parables serve to reveal truths to those who are open and conceal them from those who are not. This challenges believers to examine their hearts and openness to God's teachings. Active Listening True hearing involves active engagement with the Word, leading to transformation and obedience. Believers should strive to apply what they learn in their daily lives. Responsibility of the Hearer Each person is responsible for how they respond to God's Word. The call to hear is an invitation to deeper relationship and understanding. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 13:9?2. How can we ensure we have "ears to hear" God's message today? 3. What steps can we take to better understand Matthew 13:9's call to listen? 4. How does Matthew 13:9 connect with James 1:22 about being doers of the word? 5. In what ways can we apply the principle of listening in our daily lives? 6. How can we encourage others to heed the message of Matthew 13:9? 7. What does "He who has ears, let him hear" mean in Matthew 13:9? 8. How does Matthew 13:9 challenge our understanding of spiritual receptiveness? 9. Why is listening emphasized in Matthew 13:9? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 13? 11. What miracles did Jesus perform according to the Bible? 12. In Matthew 13:10-11, Jesus says He speaks in parables so only certain people will understand; what does this imply about God's fairness and inclusivity? 13. In Matthew 8:5-13, why would a Roman centurion, an officer of an occupying force, seek help from a Jewish teacher, and is there any historical record supporting such an encounter? 14. Is salvation available to all or only the elect? (John 3:16 vs. Matthew 22:14) What Does Matthew 13:9 Mean HeJesus, the divine Teacher, has just finished telling the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:3-8). By beginning His closing remark with “He,” He turns the spotlight onto Himself as the One speaking with absolute authority. • Throughout the Gospels, Jesus prefaces weighty truths with phrases like “Truly, truly, I tell you” (John 5:24), reminding listeners that His words come straight from God. • Matthew later records the Father’s command, “This is My beloved Son… Listen to Him!” (Matthew 17:5). The same authoritative voice is at work here. • Because Scripture is God-breathed and completely trustworthy (2 Timothy 3:16-17), every statement of Christ demands our attention and obedience. who has ears The phrase narrows the audience from the general crowd to individuals who are physically able—but spiritually willing—to listen. • Virtually everyone has physical ears, yet the Bible warns of people who “will not endure sound doctrine” (2 Timothy 4:3). • Jesus echoes Isaiah’s indictment of dull hearts and closed ears (Isaiah 6:9-10; quoted in Matthew 13:14-15). • In Revelation’s letters to the churches, the risen Christ repeats, “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says” (Revelation 2:7), showing that merely possessing ears isn’t enough; openness is required. • True disciples, like the Bereans, “received the word with eagerness” (Acts 17:11), demonstrating the kind of responsive hearing Jesus seeks. let him hear Here is the invitation—and command—to internalize and obey what has been spoken. • “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ” (Romans 10:17); hearing sparks faith that takes root. • James urges, “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only” (James 1:22), clarifying that biblical hearing involves action. • In Proverbs wisdom cries, “Blessed is the man who listens to me” (Proverbs 8:34); blessing follows obedience. • The Sower’s parable itself illustrates four soil conditions. Only the good soil—those who “hear the word and understand it” (Matthew 13:23)—produces a harvest. Jesus’ command pushes each listener to become that fruitful soil. summary Matthew 13:9 is Jesus’ concise call for every individual to receive His word with receptive hearts and responsive obedience. The authoritative “He” speaks; those with “ears” must consciously choose to “hear,” letting the seed of truth bear abundant fruit in their lives. (9) Who hath ears to hear.--The formula had been used, as we have seen before (comp. Note on Matthew 11:15). It was probably familiar in the schools of the Rabbis, when they were testing the ingenuity or progress of their scholars.Verse 9. - Who hath ears to hear (Revised Version omits to hear), let him hear. So in all the accounts. Observe that it is not only a call to understand the parable, but is in itself a summary of the chief lesson of the parable. (On the phrase, see Matthew 11:15, note.)Parallel Commentaries ... Greek He whoὉ (Ho) Article - Nominative 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. has ἔχων (echōn) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold. ears, ὦτα (ōta) Noun - Accusative Neuter Plural Strong's 3775: (a) the ear, (b) met: the faculty of perception. Apparently a primary word; the ear. let him hear.” ἀκουέτω (akouetō) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 191: To hear, listen, comprehend by hearing; pass: is heard, reported. A primary verb; to hear. 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