"Again,the kingdomof heavenis likea merchantseekingfinepearls,
"Coraland crystalare not to be mentioned;And the acquisitionof wisdomis above[that of] pearls.
The conclusion,when allhas been heard,[is]: fearGodand keepHis commandments,becausethis[applies to] everyperson.
"Vanityof vanities,"saysthe Preacher,"allis vanity!"
Jesus presentedanotherparableto them, saying,"The kingdomof heavenmay be comparedto a manwho sowedgoodseedin his field.
and upon findingonepearlof great value,he wentand soldallthat he hadand boughtit.
"For whatwill it profita manifhe gainsthe wholeworldand forfeitshis soul?Orwhatwill a mangivein exchangefor his soul?
"But they paid no attentionand went their way,oneto his ownfarm,anotherto his business,
"Do not givewhatis holyto dogs,and do not throwyour pearlsbeforeswine,orthey will trample them undertheir feet,and turnand tear you to pieces.
