Mark 4:33

Jesus used many of these illustrated stories when he spoke to the people so they would understand as much as they could.

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In The King James Version

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

In Context

32But when it's sown it grows into a plant that's larger than other plants. It has branches big enough that birds can roost in its shade.”

34In fact, when he spoke publicly, he only used stories; however in private he explained everything to his disciples.

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Cross References

Matthew 13:34Jesus explained all these things to the crowds using illustrated stories—in fact he didn't speak to them without using stories.

1 Corinthians 3:1My brothers and sisters, I couldn't talk with you as spiritual believers, but as worldly people—like baby Christians.

Matthew Henry on Mark 4:22-35

The Gradual Advance of the Gospel. 21 And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed? and not to be set on a candlestick? 22 For there is nothing hid, which shall not be manifested; neither was any thing kept secret, but that it should come abroad. 23 If any man have ears to hear, let him hear. 24 And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you that hear shall more be given. 25 For he that hath, to him shall be… Read the whole commentary →

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