Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a trader searching for beautiful jewels.
For what profit has a man, if he gets all the world with the loss of his life? or what will a man give in exchange for his life?
There is no need to say anything about coral or crystal; and the value of wisdom is greater than that of pearls.
And he gave them another story, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like a man who put good seed in his field:
But they gave no attention, and went about their business, one to his farm, another to his trade:
This is the last word. All has been said. Have fear of God and keep his laws; because this is right for every man.
All things are to no purpose, says the Preacher, all is to no purpose.
Do not give that which is holy to the dogs, or put your jewels before pigs, for fear that they will be crushed under foot by the pigs whose attack will then be made against you.
And having come across one jewel of great price, he went and gave all he had in exchange for it.