Matthew 13:26

The Parable of the Weeds · Matthew 13:24–30
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Translations

Modern
When the wheat sprouted and bore grain, then the weeds also appeared.
Traditional
But when the blade was sprung up, and brought forth fruit, then appeared the tares also.
Literal
And when the plants sprouted and produced fruit, then the weeds also appeared.
Latin
Cum autem crevisset herba, et fructum fecisset, tunc apparuerunt et zizania.

Original

Greek
English
When the wheat sprouted and bore grain, then the weeds also appeared.

Notes

In the third major speech recorded by Matthew (see study note on Matthew 5:1–7:29), Jesus here recognized the separation of his followers from others (Matthew 13:14, 16). He began to reveal the secrets of the kingdom of heaven privately to them through parables.

Events

Parallels

Ezekiel 17:1–10

Glossary

Darnel Grass Eternal Life Gospel of Matthew Harvest Jesus Christ Jesus Christ, Teachings of Kingdom of God, Kingdom of Heaven Mystery Parable Tares

Topics

Agriculture of the Tares Gospel: Compared to Good Seed Jesus, the Christ: Kingdom of Its Nature Jesus, the Christ: Parable of The Tares (Darnel) Jesus, the Christ: Parable of the Tares and Other Teachings (In Galilee) Jesus, the Christ: Revelations by: Concerning his Kingdom Kingdom of Heaven: Compared: To a Man Who Sowed Good Seed Parables: Parables of Christ: Tares Sermon: Beside Lake Galilee Tares: Parable of