Question 30
Parables of JesusIn the parable of the sower, the seed that fell among the thorns symbolized the one who hears the word but
- A.does not understand it
- B.loses it to the enemy
- C.does not immediately receive it
- D.the cares of the world choke it.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (the cares of the world choke it.)
Explanation
Jesus explained that the thorns are the cares of the world and love of riches, which choke the word so it bears no fruit (Matthew 13:22).