Matthew 13:21
Yet hath he not root in himself, but dureth for a while: for when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, by and by he is offended.
Context
This verse from Matthew Chapter 13 connects to 10 cross-references. The parable chapter: seven parables of the kingdom — the sower and soils, wheat and tares, mustard seed, leaven, hidden treasure, pearl of great price, and dragnet. Jesus explains why he speaks in parables: to fulfill Isaiah 6 and reveal …
Other Translations
yet hath he not root in himself, but endureth for a while; and when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, straightway he stumbleth.
and he hath not root in himself, but is temporary, and persecution or tribulation having happened because of the word, immediately he is stumbled.
But having no root in himself, he goes on for a time; and when trouble comes or pain, because of the word, he quickly becomes full of doubts.
Cross References
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