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Mark 4:17 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Mark 4:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 4 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time: afterward, when affliction or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended. offended: or, stumbled, or, caused to fall into sin”
Mark 4:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 4:17
Jesus continues: 'And have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time: afterward, when affliction or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended.' The phrase 'no root in themselves' (οὐκ ἔχουσιν ῥίζαν ἐν ἑαυτοῖς) indicates lack of internal reality—profession without regeneration, enthusiasm without transformation. They 'endure but for a time' (πρόσκαιροί εἰσιν)—temporary, not permanent. Testing reveals rootlessness: 'affliction or persecution' (θλίψεως ἢ διωγμοῦ) refers to pressure and active opposition 'for the word's sake' (διὰ τὸν λόγον). The result: 'imm...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 4:17
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“That no man should be moved by these afflictions: for yourselves know that we are appointed thereunto.”
“he takes away. Every branch that bears fruit”
“every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men”
“the devil is about to throw some of you into prison”
“but they didn't belong to us; for if they had belonged to us”
“If you remain in my word, then you are truly my disciples.,Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;,,,,,,,,”
“'How we will persecute him!' because the root of the matter is found in me”
“but those who blaspheme against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven.”
“and will kill you. You will be hated by all of the nations for my name's sake.”