Matthew 13:45

New American Bible - revised edition

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

Cross References

Job 28:18

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

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 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 13:46

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

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?

Matthew 22:5

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

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.