Matthew 13:19 net — When anyone hears the word about the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches what was sown…

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"When anyone hears the word about the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches what was sown in his heart; this is the seed sown along the path."

— Matthew 13:19, NET Bible

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Matthew 13 — Context

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“But your eyes are blessed because they see, and your ears because they hear.

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For I tell you the truth, many prophets and righteous people longed to see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not hear it.

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“So listen to the parable of the sower:

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When anyone hears the word about the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches what was sown in his heart; this is the seed sown along the path.

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The seed sown on rocky ground is the person who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy.

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But he has no root in himself and does not endure; when trouble or persecution comes because of the word, immediately he falls away.

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The seed sown among thorns is the person who hears the word, but worldly cares and the seductiveness of wealth choke the word, so it produces nothing.

Matthew 13:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Matthew 13:19 say?
Matthew 13:19 in the NET Bible reads: “When anyone hears the word about the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches what was sown in his heart; this is the seed sown along the path.”
Where is Matthew 13:19 in the Bible?
Matthew 13:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew, chapter 13, verse 19.
Who wrote Matthew?
Matthew is traditionally attributed to Matthew (Levi), tax-collector turned apostle. It was written c. AD 50–70.
What is the book of Matthew about?
Matthew presents Jesus as the long-awaited Jewish Messiah — son of David, son of Abraham, fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Structured around five great teaching blocks including the Sermon on the Mount, it ends with the risen King commissioning his disciples to make disciples of all nations.
What are the major themes of Matthew?
Matthew explores themes including Kingdom of Heaven, Messiah, Fulfillment, Discipleship, Great Commission. These themes shape the meaning and context of Matthew 13:19.
What translation should I read Matthew 13:19 in?
Matthew 13:19 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 Matthew 13:19?
Matthew 13:19 reads (NET): “When anyone hears the word about the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches what was sown in his heart; this is the seed sown along the path.” 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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