Matthew 13:3 And he spoke many things to them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow; 1. As a means of attracting attention. 2. To prevent His auditors from being repelled by a too sudden revelation, either of His purpose or of His message. 3. To stimulate inquiry. 4. To test the character of His hearers. (U. M. Taylor, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: And he spake many things unto them in parables, saying, Behold, a sower went forth to sow;WEB: He spoke to them many things in parables, saying, "Behold, a farmer went out to sow. |
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