Mark 4
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 4 of 16
Chapter Summary
1 The parable of the sower, 14 and the meaning. 26 The parable of the seed growing secretly. 35 Christ calms the storm at sea.
Key Greek Words
People & Context
Teaches the crowd in parables, explains them privately, and stills the windstorm at sea by His word.
Those around Him who ask about the parable in private and are given to know the mystery of the kingdom.
In the boat with Him; awaken Him in the storm and marvel that wind and sea obey Him.
Named in the parable's meaning as the one who at once takes away the Word sown beside the road.
Timeline
Jesus teaches a large crowd from a boat on the sea, sharing the parable of the sower whose seeds fall on the road, rocky places, thorn-bushes, and good ground. He privately explains to the Twelve that the seed is the Word and the soils represent different responses to it.
Mark 4:1-20Jesus teaches that a lamp should be placed on a lampstand, not under a basket. He then compares the kingdom of God to a seed that sprouts and grows of itself until the harvest, and to a tiny mustard seed that grows into a plant with great branches.
Mark 4:21-34While crossing the sea, a great windstorm fills the boat with water. Jesus, sleeping on the stern, is awakened by terrified disciples. He rebukes the wind and sea, causing a great calm, and questions their lack of faith.
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