Mark 4:17

ASVAmerican Standard Version

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.

KJVKing James Version

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.

WEBWorld English Bible

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