Mark 4:28 cpdv — For the earth bears fruit readily: first the plant, then the ear, next the full grain in the ear.

Catholic Public Domain Version

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

— Mark 4:28, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Mark 4 — Context

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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.”

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And he said: “To what should we compare the kingdom of God? Or to what parable should we compare it?

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It is like a grain of mustard seed which, when it has been sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds which are in the earth.

Mark 4:28 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 4:28 say?
Mark 4:28 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For the earth bears fruit readily: first the plant, then the ear, next the full grain in the ear. ”
Where is Mark 4:28 in the Bible?
Mark 4:28 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 4, verse 28.
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 4:28.
What translation should I read Mark 4:28 in?
Mark 4:28 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 4:28?
Mark 4:28 reads (CPDV): “For the earth bears fruit readily: first the plant, then the ear, next the full grain in the ear. ” 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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