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Matthew 13:5 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Matthew 13:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 13 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth:”
Matthew 13:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 13:5
'Some fell upon stony places, where they had not much earth: and forthwith they sprung up, because they had no deepness of earth.' Jesus describes second response-type: shallow soil. 'Stony places' (τὰ πετρώδη/ta petrōdē) refers to thin soil layer over bedrock—not soil mixed with stones, but shallow earth concealing rock beneath. Seeds germinate quickly ('forthwith sprung up') because shallow soil warms faster, but lack of depth prevents root development. Jesus explains (v.20-21): these receive word immediately with joy but have no root; tribulation or persecution causes them to fall away. Ref...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 13:5
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“and a new spirit will I put within you; and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh”
“and I will put a new spirit within you; and I will take the stony heart out of their flesh”
“they made their hearts as hard as flint”
“and the fruit of righteousness into bitterness;”
“this is he who hears the word”