Matthew 13:7

13:7 Other seeds fell among the thorns, and they grew up and choked them.

Matthew 25:5

25:5 When the bridegroom was delayed a long time, they all became drowsy and fell asleep.

sn Palestinian weeds like these thorns could grow up to six feet in height and have a major root system.

sn That is, crowded out the good plants.

tn Here δέ (de) has not been translated.