Mark 4:14 net — The sower sows the word.

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"The sower sows the word."

— Mark 4:14, NET Bible

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KJV
“The sower soweth the word.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“The sower soweth the word. ”
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WEB
“The farmer sows the word.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
DRB
“He that soweth, soweth the word.”
Douay-Rheims Bible · Read this chapter in DRB
BBE
“The seed is the word.”
Bible in Basic English · Read this chapter in BBE
KJVA
“The sower soweth the word.”
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Mark 4 — Context

He said to them,“The secret of the kingdom of God has been given to you. But to those outside, everything is in parables,

so that although they look they may look but not see, and although they hear they may hear but not understand, so they may not repent and be forgiven.”

He said to them,“Don’t you understand this parable? Then how will you understand any parable?

The sower sows the word.

These are the ones on the path where the word is sown: Whenever they hear, immediately Satan comes and snatches the word that was sown in them.

These are the ones sown on rocky ground: As soon as they hear the word, they receive it with joy.

But they have no root in themselves and do not endure. Then, when trouble or persecution comes because of the word, immediately they fall away.

Mark 4:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 4:14 say?

Mark 4:14 in the NET Bible reads: “The sower sows the word.”

Where is Mark 4:14 in the Bible?

Mark 4:14 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 4, verse 14.

Who wrote Mark?

Mark is traditionally attributed to John Mark, companion of Peter and Paul. Early tradition (Papias, c. AD 130) reports Mark wrote down Peter's preaching. It was written c. AD 55–65.

What is the book of Mark about?

Mark is the shortest, fastest-paced Gospel — "immediately" is its favorite word. It portrays Jesus as the powerful, suffering Servant who acts, heals, casts out demons, and finally gives his life as a ransom for many. The story moves with urgency from Galilee to a cross outside Jerusalem.

What are the major themes of Mark?

Mark explores themes including Servant, Action, Suffering, Discipleship, Cross. These themes shape the meaning and context of Mark 4:14.

What translation should I read Mark 4:14 in?

Mark 4:14 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Mark 4:14?

Mark 4:14 reads (NET): “The sower sows the word.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

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Mark 4 — Context

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