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: Berean Annotated Bible Consider, then, 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. 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. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleConsider, then, 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 (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) 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 Consider, then, Luke 8:18 Pay attention, therefore, to how you listen. Whoever has will be given more, but whoever does not have, even what he thinks he has will be taken away from him.” Mark 4:24 He went on to say, “Pay attention to what you hear. With the measure you use, it will be measured to you, and even more will be added to you. Hebrews 2:1 We must pay closer attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. the parable of the sower: Mark 4:3-9 “Listen! A farmer went out to sow his seed. / And as he was sowing, some seed fell along the path, and the birds came and devoured it. / Some fell on rocky ground, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly because the soil was shallow. … Luke 8:5-8 “A farmer went out to sow his seed. And as he was sowing, some seed fell along the path, where it was trampled, and the birds of the air devoured it. / Some fell on rocky ground, and when it came up, the seedlings withered because they had no moisture. / Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up with it and choked the seedlings. … Luke 8:11 Now this is the meaning of the parable: The seed is the word of God. 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. … 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. 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, Jesus calls His disciples to listen carefully as He explains the meaning of the parable. Luk 8:18 Pay attention, therefore, to how you listen… the parable of the sower: The sower represents the one who proclaims God’s word, while the soils portray the differing responses of those who hear it. The parable reveals why the same message produces rejection, shallow belief, divided loyalty, or lasting fruit in different hearts. Mrk 4:3-9 “Listen! A farmer went out to sow his seed.… 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. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Matthew 13:18?2. How can we better understand the "parable of the sower" in Matthew 13:18? 3. What steps can we take to avoid being the "path" in our faith? 4. How does Matthew 13:18 connect to other parables about spiritual growth? 5. In what ways can we ensure our hearts are fertile soil for God's Word? 6. How can we help others understand the message of Matthew 13:18 in their lives? 7. What is the significance of the parable of the sower in Matthew 13:18? 8. How does Matthew 13:18 challenge our understanding of spiritual receptivity? 9. Why did Jesus use parables like in Matthew 13:18 to convey His message? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 13? (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. Matthew 13:18 is Jesus’ invitation to deliberate, sequential, Spirit-led reflection. First, heed His call to “consider”; next, follow the logical “then” into deeper insight; embrace the teaching method He chose—“the parable”; and finally, focus on the central figure, “the sower,” whose seed is the life-giving word of God. When we slow down to take this verse seriously, we position ourselves to understand the entire parable and to bear the thirty-, sixty-, and hundred-fold harvest He desires. 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. Additonal Resources Matthew 13:18 Blue Letter BibleMatthew 13:18 Bible Gateway Matthew 13:18 Bible.com Matthew 13:18 NIV |
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