Lesson Four: 
The Sower
 Mark 4:1-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15
last revised: 6/13/00
Lesson Objective:
The student demonstrates understanding of the historical and literary meaning of the Synoptic Gospel texts of Mark 4:1-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15.
Lesson Indicators:
Upon successful completion of this lesson the student:
1. Analyzes the syntactical form and function of specified words, phrases, clauses and sentences in Mark 4:3-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15.
2. Recognizes the historical context of this episode in the life of Jesus.
3. Recognizes the literary context of Mark 4:3-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15.
4. Assesses the literary structure of Mark 4:1-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15.
5. Identifies the various elements of the parable contained in Mark 4:1-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15.
6. Evaluates the exegetical issues present in interpreting the parable in Mark 4:1-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15.
7. Evaluates the possible theological significance of the parable in Mark 4:1-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15.
8. Completes the exegetical outline for Mark 4:1-9, 13-20; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Luke 8:4-8, 11-15.
Matthew Mark
Luke Exegetical Issues
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