Mark 4:28

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

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Other Translations for Mark 4:28

BSB
All by itself the earth produces a crop-first the stalk, then the head, then grain that ripens within.
AKJV
For the earth brings forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.
CPDV
For the earth bears fruit readily: first the plant, then the ear, next the full grain in the ear.
ERV
The earth beareth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, then the full corn in the ear.
NHEB
The earth bears fruit, first the blade, then the ear, then the full grain in the ear.
SMT
For the earth bears fruit spontaneously; first the grass, then the ear, then the full wheat in the ear.

Commentary for Mark 4:28

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Mark 4:28
Summary
Earth naturally produces growth in ordered stages
Event
Description of natural maturation process
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching