Mark 4:26 cpdv — And he said: “The kingdom of God is like this: it is as if a man were to cast seed on the land.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And he said: “The kingdom of God is like this: it is as if a man were to cast seed on the land. "

— Mark 4:26, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 4 — Context

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If anyone has ears to hear, let him hear.”

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And he said to them: “Consider what you hear. With whatever measure you have measured out, it shall be measured back to you, and more shall be added to you.

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For whoever has, to him it shall be given. And whoever has not, from him even what he has shall be taken away.”

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And he said: “The kingdom of God is like this: it is as if a man were to cast seed on the land.

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And he sleeps and he arises, night and day. And the seed germinates and grows, though he does not know it.

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For the earth bears fruit readily: first the plant, then the ear, next the full grain in the ear.

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And when the fruit has been produced, immediately he sends out the sickle, because the harvest has arrived.”

Mark 4:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 4:26 say?
Mark 4:26 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And he said: “The kingdom of God is like this: it is as if a man were to cast seed on the land. ”
Where is Mark 4:26 in the Bible?
Mark 4:26 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 4, verse 26.
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 4:26.
What translation should I read Mark 4:26 in?
Mark 4:26 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 4:26?
Mark 4:26 reads (CPDV): “And he said: “The kingdom of God is like this: it is as if a man were to cast seed on the land. ” 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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