Matthew 13:37

He answered and said unto them, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man;

He answered {G611} and {G1161} said {G2036} unto them {G846}, He that soweth {G4687} the good {G2570} seed {G4690} is {G2076} the Son {G5207} of man {G444};

He answered, "The one who sows the good seed is the Son of Man;

He replied, “The One who sows the good seed is the Son of Man.

And he answered and said, He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man;

Matthew 13:37 is a pivotal verse within Jesus' explanation of the Parable of the Tares (or Weeds), which He shared with His disciples. After telling the parable, His disciples privately requested an explanation, and this verse begins His direct interpretation.

Context

Following a series of parables delivered to the crowds by the Sea of Galilee, Jesus withdrew into a house. There, His disciples, seeking deeper understanding, asked Him to explain the parable of the tares (Matthew 13:36). This verse, 13:37, is the very first part of His detailed answer, directly identifying the main actor in the parable.

Key Themes

  • The Sower's Identity: Jesus unequivocally states, "He that soweth the good seed is the Son of man." This reveals His own active role in establishing and expanding the Kingdom of Heaven. He is not just a teacher of parables but the divine agent at work in the world.
  • The Nature of the Seed: While this verse specifically names the sower, the "good seed" he sows is implicitly understood from the broader parable to represent the "children of the kingdom" (Matthew 13:38) – those who genuinely belong to God's family through faith.

Linguistic Insights

The title "the Son of man" (Greek: ho huios tou anthrōpou) is one of Jesus' most frequent self-designations in the Gospels. It carries significant theological weight:

  • It connects Jesus to humanity, emphasizing His true human nature and solidarity with mankind.
  • It also powerfully alludes to the prophetic figure in Daniel 7:13-14, where "one like the Son of man" comes with the clouds of heaven, is given dominion, glory, and a kingdom, and is worshipped by all peoples. This highlights Jesus' divine authority, cosmic kingship, and ultimate judicial role. By using this title, Jesus subtly yet profoundly reveals His messianic identity and ultimate authority, positioning Himself as the divine sower of His kingdom.

Practical Application

Understanding that Jesus Himself is "the Son of man" who sows the good seed offers profound comfort and assurance. It means:

  • Divine Initiative: The establishment and growth of God's kingdom are not dependent on human effort alone, but on the direct, active work of Christ.
  • Jesus' Authority: He is the ultimate authority over His kingdom, actively working to cultivate His people within the world.
  • Hope for the Harvest: Knowing that the good seed is sown by such a powerful and loving Sower provides hope for the eventual harvest and separation, assuring believers of His sovereign control even amidst the presence of evil (the tares).
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.

  • 1 Corinthians 3:5

    ¶ Who then is Paul, and who [is] Apollos, but ministers by whom ye believed, even as the Lord gave to every man?

  • 1 Corinthians 3:7

    So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase.

  • Luke 10:16

    He that heareth you heareth me; and he that despiseth you despiseth me; and he that despiseth me despiseth him that sent me.

  • Matthew 13:41

    The Son of man shall send forth his angels, and they shall gather out of his kingdom all things that offend, and them which do iniquity;

  • Acts 1:8

    But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.

  • Matthew 16:13

    ¶ When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am?

  • Matthew 16:16

    And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.

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