The answer is: The angels

Matt 13:39

In the parable of the tares in the field from Matthew 13, we get a peek into a vivid agrarian metaphor that resonated deeply with Jesus's listeners who were accustomed to farming life. Think of the image: here we have good wheat coexisting with pesky tares, or weeds, growing side by side. The plot twist? These aren’t just any weeds; the enemy has planted them.

When it comes to the “reapers,” the angels enter the scene as the divine harvesters. How fascinating that in biblical literature, angels serve not just as heavenly messengers but also play key roles in administering judgment and delivering justice. This brings to mind the rich angelology found throughout scriptures. In various texts, angels are depicted periodically as bringing both protection and a firm sorting out at crucial moments – a symbolic reminder of hope and divine order.

Curiously, throughout history, many interpretations have surfaced about these reapers. Ancient Israel had a strong agrarian foundation that made such stories meaningful. When we consider that Jesus often spoke in parables to illuminate complex spiritual truths, each character — be it the seed, the weed, or the harvester — invites contemplation on our choices and human existence. The imagery used paints a broader picture of growth, struggle, and ultimate resolution – a testament to life’s cycle of triumph amidst adversity. It offers hope; there’s coordination in the chaos, and perhaps, in our unique ways, we also reflect the qualities of what these 'reapers' represent.