What does the Bible say about the parable of the wheat and tares?
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The parable of the wheat and tares teaches about the coexistence of the elect and the wicked in the world until the time of harvest.
In the parable of the wheat and tares found in Matthew 13:24-30, Jesus illustrates the kingdom of heaven by comparing it to a field where a man sows good seed (the wheat) and an enemy sows tares (weeds). The wheat represents the elect of God, while the tares symbolize those not chosen for salvation. This coexistence continues until the harvest, which represents the final judgment when the righteous will be separated from the wicked. The interpretation provided in Matthew 13:37-43 assures believers that God will make a righteous distinction at the end of the age.
Scripture References:
Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:37-43
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