Mark 4:25

For he that hath, to him shall be given: and he that hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he hath.

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For anyone who has something will be given more; but from anyone who has nothing, even what he does have will be taken away."

For whoever has will be given more. But whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.”

For he that hath, to him shall be given: and he that hath not, from him shall be taken away even that which he hath.

Mark 4:25 KJV Commentary

Context of Mark 4:25

This profound verse, Mark 4:25, concludes a section of Jesus' teachings on parables, immediately following the Parable of the Lamp Under a Basket and serving as a summary principle to the Parable of the Sower (Mark 4:1-20). Jesus speaks to His disciples and the crowds about the nature of spiritual revelation and the responsibility of those who hear it. The preceding verses emphasize that truth is revealed to be shared and understood, not hidden.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Spiritual Receptivity and Growth: The core message is that those who are receptive to spiritual truth, understanding and applying it, will be given more insight and understanding. This isn't about material possessions but about spiritual capacity and wisdom.
  • Stewardship of Revelation: The verse highlights a divine principle concerning the stewardship of God's word. If one diligently uses and grows in the knowledge they have received, it will multiply. Conversely, if one neglects or fails to apply the truth, even the understanding they seemed to possess will diminish or be lost.
  • Consequences of Hearing: Jesus implies a profound responsibility for those who hear His teachings. Simply hearing is not enough; active engagement and obedience are crucial for spiritual progress. This principle is further echoed in the Parable of the Talents/Minas (Luke 19:11-27; Matthew 25:14-30), where faithfulness with little leads to more, and unfaithfulness leads to loss.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "he that hath" (Greek: ἔχει, echei) and "he that hath not" (Greek: οὐκ ἔχει, ouk echei) does not refer to literal ownership of physical things, but rather to the active possession and application of spiritual understanding and divine truth. It speaks to the person who has *grasped* and is *acting upon* the teachings of the Kingdom of God. The "taking away" is not an arbitrary punishment, but the natural consequence of spiritual stagnation and neglect – the potential for growth and deeper understanding is lost.

Practical Application

Mark 4:25 serves as a powerful call to spiritual diligence and active engagement with God's word. It encourages believers to:

  • Actively Engage: Don't just passively hear or read the Bible. Meditate on it, study it, and seek to understand its implications for your life.
  • Apply Truth: Put into practice what you learn. Obedience to known truth opens the door for further revelation and spiritual growth.
  • Guard Against Complacency: Spiritual complacency can lead to a loss of the very insights and understanding one once had. Continuously seek to grow in your faith and knowledge of Christ. This principle underscores the importance of growing in grace and knowledge.

This verse reminds us that spiritual abundance is not given arbitrarily but is directly proportional to our responsiveness and faithful stewardship of the truth we have received.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Matthew 13:12

    For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he hath.

  • Luke 8:18

    Take heed therefore how ye hear: for whosoever hath, to him shall be given; and whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken even that which he seemeth to have.

  • Matthew 25:28

    Take therefore the talent from him, and give [it] unto him which hath ten talents.

  • Matthew 25:29

    For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.

  • John 15:2

    Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every [branch] that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit.

  • Luke 16:9

    And I say unto you, Make to yourselves friends of the mammon of unrighteousness; that, when ye fail, they may receive you into everlasting habitations.

  • Luke 16:12

    And if ye have not been faithful in that which is another man's, who shall give you that which is your own?

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