Matthew 13:45

New American Bible - revised edition

Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant searching for fine pearls.

Cross References

Matthew 16:26

What profit would there be for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? Or what can one give in exchange for his life?

Job 28:18

Neither coral nor crystal should be thought of; the value of wisdom surpasses pearls.

Matthew 13:24

He proposed another parable to them. “The kingdom of heaven may be likened to a man who sowed good seed in his field.

Matthew 22:5

Some ignored the invitation and went away, one to his farm, another to his business.

Ecclesiastes 12:13

The last word, when all is heard: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this concerns all humankind;

Ecclesiastes 12:8

Vanity of vanities, says Qoheleth, all things are vanity! Epilogue.

Matthew 7:6

“Do not give what is holy to dogs, or throw your pearls before swine, lest they trample them underfoot, and turn and tear you to pieces. The Answer to Prayers.

Matthew 13:46

When he finds a pearl of great price, he goes and sells all that he has and buys it.