Mark 4:17 net — But they have no root in themselves and do not endure. Then, when trouble or persecution comes because of the word, imm…

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"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 4:17, NET Bible

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Mark 4 — Context

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The sower sows the word.

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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.

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

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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.

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Others are the ones sown among thorns: They are those who hear the word,

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but worldly cares, the seductiveness of wealth, and the desire for other things come in and choke the word, and it produces nothing.

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But these are the ones sown on good soil: They hear the word and receive it and bear fruit, one thirty times as much, one sixty, and one a hundred.”

Mark 4:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 4:17 say?
Mark 4:17 in the NET Bible reads: “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.”
Where is Mark 4:17 in the Bible?
Mark 4:17 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 4, verse 17.
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 4:17.
What translation should I read Mark 4:17 in?
Mark 4:17 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 4:17?
Mark 4:17 reads (NET): “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.” 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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