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NASB | Matthew 13:30 'Allow both to grow together until the harvest; and in the time of the harvest I will say to the reapers, "First gather up the tares and bind them in bundles to burn them up; but gather the wheat into my barn.""' |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 13:30 'Let them grow together until the harvest; and at harvest time I will tell the reapers, "First gather the weeds and tie them in bundles to be burned; but gather the wheat into my barn."'" |
Bible Question:
In Matt. 13:30, who is gathered first -- the tares or the wheat? If the tares (the wicked) are gathered first, how does this affect your interpretation of eschatology (the doctrine of future things; prophecy)? NASB Matthew 13:30 'Allow both to grow together until the harvest; and in the time of the harvest I will say to the reapers, "First gather up the tares and bind them in bundles to burn them up; but gather the wheat into my barn.""' |
Bible Answer: The text states that the tares are gathered first. That along with other scripture such as Matthew 24:29-31 etc. forces me to side against the current views of pre-tribulation rapturist's Notice in matthew 24:29-31 That immediately after the tribulation, that the elect are still present. My view may not be in the majority, but nevertheless, it remains my view that pre-trib doesn't square with all of scripture. But it is very possible that the majority may view be wrong. |