ἄκανθα

But land that produces thorns and thistles is worthless, and its curse is imminent. In the end it will be burned.

For each tree is known by its own fruit. Indeed, figs are not gathered from thornbushes, nor grapes from brambles.

The seeds that fell among the thorns are those who hear, but as they go on their way, they are choked by the worries, riches, and pleasures of this life, and their fruit does not mature.

The seed sown among the thorns is the one who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful.

By their fruit you will recognize them. Are grapes gathered from thornbushes, or figs from thistles?