Mark 4:31 kjva — It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the eart…

King James Version with Apocrypha

"It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth:"

— Mark 4:31, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Mark 4 — Context

28

For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.

29

But when the fruit is brought forth, immediately he putteth in the sickle, because the harvest is come.

30

And he said, Whereunto shall we liken the kingdom of God? or with what comparison shall we compare it?

31

It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth:

32

But when it is sown, it groweth up, and becometh greater than all herbs, and shooteth out great branches; so that the fowls of the air may lodge under the shadow of it.

33

And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to hear it.

34

But without a parable spake he not unto them: and when they were alone, he expounded all things to his disciples.

Mark 4:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Mark 4:31 say?
Mark 4:31 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth:”
Where is Mark 4:31 in the Bible?
Mark 4:31 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Mark, chapter 4, verse 31.
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 4:31.
What translation should I read Mark 4:31 in?
Mark 4:31 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 4:31?
Mark 4:31 reads (KJVA): “It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds that be in the earth:” 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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