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Mark 4:29 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Mark 4:29 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 4 verse 29 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But when the fruit is brought forth, immediately he putteth in the sickle, because the harvest is come. brought: or, ripe”
Mark 4:29 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 4:29
Jesus concludes parable: 'But when the fruit is brought forth, immediately he putteth in the sickle, because the harvest is come.' Mature grain demands harvesting—delay means loss. 'Immediately' (εὐθὺς) indicates urgent action when grain ripens. The 'sickle' (δρέπανον) represents judgment/gathering at kingdom consummation. This connects to Joel 3:13 and Revelation 14:15—harvest imagery for final judgment. While growth is gradual, harvest comes suddenly. The parable balances patient trust during growth with urgency at harvest. Believers can't control growth's timing but must act decisively when...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 4:29
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“tread”
“and no man lays it to heart; and merciful men are taken away”
“As therefore the tares are gathered and burned in the fire; so shall it be in the end of this world.”
“and in the harvest time I will tell the reapers”
“Write, 'Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.' Yes, says the Spirit”
“like a shock of grain comes in its season.”
“I have fought a good fight”