Mark 4:23
What does Mark 4:23 mean?
A plain-English look at Mark 4:23 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Mark 4:23 means
Jesus reiterated His call to deep spiritual attention, stating, "If any man hath ears to hear, let him hear." This emphatic statement underscores the critical importance of actively and receptively engaging with His teachings. It serves as a concluding challenge, urging listeners to move beyond mere auditory perception to a profound comprehension and application of the truths He has spoken.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000If any man hath ears to hear, let him hear.
KJV
King James Version · 1611If any man have ears to hear, let him hear.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901If any man hath ears to hear, let him hear.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949If any man has ears, let him give ear.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862If any hath ears to hear--let him hear.'
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752If any man have ears to hear, let him hear.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890If any one have ears to hear, let him hear.
Context
This verse acts as a solemn concluding exhortation after the brief parables of the lamp and the hidden truth. It immediately follows the statement that all things will be revealed and precedes a warning about how one hears. This repeated call to hear highlights the personal responsibility of each listener to discern and apply the spiritual truths Jesus is imparting about the Kingdom of God.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Revelation 2:7
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches. To him that overcometh, to him will I give to eat of the tree of life, which is in the Paradise of God.
- Matthew 11:15
He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.
- Revelation 2:11
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches. He that overcometh shall not be hurt of the second death.
- Revelation 2:29
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches.
- Revelation 2:17
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith to the churches. To him that overcometh, to him will I give of the hidden manna, and I will give him a white stone, and upon the stone a new name written, which no one knoweth but he that receiveth it.
- Mark 4:9
And he said, Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.
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