Mark 4:12
King James Version
9 Jun 2026
“That seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest at any time they should be converted, and their sins should be forgiven them.”
συνίημι
To understand, to put together mentally. Suniemi. He who has ears to hear let him hear. Understanding Scripture requires more than intelligence. It requires a teachable and willing heart.
ἵνα
so that
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ἵνα
That, in order that, so that. Hina. For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son in order that whoever believes in Him should not perish. The purpose of the cross is clear.
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ἐπιστρέφω
they may turn
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ἐπιστρέφω
To turn toward, to return, to repent. Turn to God from idols to serve the living and true God. Every turn toward God is met with His open arms.
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εἴδω
they may perceive
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εἴδω
To know, to see, to perceive. Paul said I determined to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.
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