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An unnamed puzzled listener illustrates hearing without understanding.
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Matthew 13:19

The Word Snatched Away

Parables of the Kingdom and Hometown Offense · Matthew 13

Story guide: An uncomprehending listener and a bird carrying seed away illustrate Jesus’ explanation of the seed beside the road. No literal appearance of the evil one is depicted.

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19When anyone hears the word of the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what has been sown in his heart. This is the one sown beside the road.

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