Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

And have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time: afterward, when affliction or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended.

American Standard Version (ASV)

and they have no root in themselves, but endure for a while; then, when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, straightway they stumble.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

And they have no root in themselves, but go on for a time; then, when trouble comes or pain, because of the word, they quickly become full of doubts.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

and they have no root in themselves, but are for a time: then, tribulation arising, or persecution on account of the word, immediately they are offended.

World English Bible (WEB)

They have no root in themselves, but are short-lived. When oppression or persecution arises because of the word, immediately they stumble.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

and have not root in themselves, but are temporary; afterward tribulation or persecution having come because of the word, immediately they are stumbled.