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Mark 4:31 Cross-References
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“It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth:”
Mark 4:31 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 4:31
Jesus answers His question: 'It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth.' The mustard seed (σίναπι, sinapi) was proverbially small—'less than all seeds' (μικρότερον...πάντων τῶν σπερμάτων) is hyperbolic but makes the point: exceptionally small beginning. This represents kingdom's humble origins—crucified carpenter, twelve unimpressive disciples, small Palestinian sect. The emphasis on 'when it is sown' indicates mustard seed's potential isn't inherent but realized when planted in soil. Similarly, kingdom grows throug...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 4:31
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“So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed.”
“What is the Kingdom of God like? To what shall I compare it?,Then said he, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I resemble it?,,,,,,,,”
“and I will multiply your seed greatly like the stars of the heavens”
“nor shall the sovereignty of it be left to another people; but it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms”
“my name is great among the nations”
“and the number of the men came to be about five thousand.”
“Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.”
“that there will not be light”
“when they heard it”
“saying”