Mark 4:29

Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)

谷既熟了，就用镰刀去割，因为收成的时候到了。」

这是什么意思？

This verse says that when the fruit is ready, it's time to harvest by cutting with a sickle because the crops are ripe and ready for gathering. Jesus tells this as part of a parable about farming. The key message here is about recognizing readiness in growth or development.

儿童解释

Imagine you planted seeds in your garden. When they grow into big plants with yummy vegetables, it's time to pick them! Just like farmers use tools when the crops are ready, we should know when things are good and take action!

历史背景

Mark, believed to have been a follower of Peter, wrote this gospel around 60-70 AD. It was aimed at early Christian communities in Rome who were facing persecution but needed hope and understanding from Jesus' teachings.

今日应用

Consider when you've started a project or planted an idea; there's always a moment where it’s ready to be harvested, whether that means sharing your work with others or seeing the results of your efforts.

主题

• growth
• harvest
• time management
• spiritual development
• readiness
• action

相关经文

• Matthew 13:24-30
• Luke 8:5-15
• John 4:35-36
• Ezekiel 9:2
• Revelation 14:15

常见问题

Who is speaking in this verse?

Jesus is speaking, telling a parable about farming to illustrate spiritual principles.

What does 'putteth in the sickle' mean?

It means using a tool called a sickle, which farmers use to cut crops at harvest time.

How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?

We can recognize when something is ready or ripe in terms of opportunities, projects, or personal growth and act on it accordingly.

What are some other parables that talk about harvest?

Matthew 13:24-30 talks about the wheat and tares, while John 4:35-36 mentions the sower and reaper, both relating to knowing when to gather what has been planted.