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Mark 4:34 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Mark 4:34 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 4 verse 34 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But without a parable spake he not unto them: and when they were alone , he expounded all things to his disciples.”
Mark 4:34 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 4:34
Mark explains: 'But without a parable spake he not unto them: and when they were alone, he expounded all things to his disciples.' Public teaching used parables exclusively; private instruction provided explanation. 'Without a parable spake he not' (χωρὶς παραβολῆς οὐκ ἐλάλει) indicates consistent method during this period. 'When alone' (κατ' ἰδίαν) Jesus 'expounded' (ἐπέλυεν—interpreted, explained) to disciples. This two-tier instruction—public parables, private explanation—characterized Jesus' pedagogy. It fulfilled Isaiah 6:9-10 (revealing to some, concealing from others) while preparing ap...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 4:34
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“but will tell you plainly about the Father.”
“he explained to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning himself.”
“those who were around him with the twelve asked him about the parables.”
“Explain the parable to us.”
“and went into the house. His disciples came to him”
“What does this parable mean?”
“This is what I told you, while I was still with you, that all things which are written in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms, concerning me must be fulfilled.”
“his disciples asked him about the parable.”