Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Mark 4:5 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Mark 4:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 4 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And some fell on stony ground, where it had not much earth; and immediately it sprang up, because it had no depth of earth:”
Mark 4:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 4:5
Some seed 'fell on stony ground, where it had not much earth; and immediately it sprang up, because it had no depth of earth.' Rocky ground (limestone bedrock with thin topsoil) allowed germination but prevented root development. The phrase 'immediately it sprang up' (εὐθὺς ἐξανέτειλεν) indicates rapid, enthusiastic growth—deceptively promising but unsustainable. Shallow roots couldn't access moisture or nutrients. This represents emotional, superficial response to gospel—initial enthusiasm without depth or perseverance. The emphasis on 'immediately' recurs throughout Mark (favorite word), her...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 4:5
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“and as soon as it grew”
“and a new spirit will I put within you; and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh”
“and the fruit of righteousness into bitterness;”
“reap according to kindness. Break up your fallow ground; for it is time to seek Yahweh”
“and I will put a new spirit within you; and I will take the stony heart out of their flesh”
“when they hear”
“where they didn't have much soil”
“who”
“this is he who hears the word”