Luke 8:5-15. THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER and its interpretation. See on Matthew 13:3-8; Matthew 13:18-23; Mark 4:3-20. The new details are few.

Going on their way. This indicates carelessness. Some indeed think this refers to a being drawn away by the cares, etc., but this is doubtful.

In patience. Peculiar to Luke. It means ‘ consistently, through the course of a life spent in duties, and amidst discouragements.' (Alford).

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Old Testament