Matthew 13:45

New American Standard Bible 2020

“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking fine pearls,

Cross References

Job 28:18

“Coral and crystal are not to be mentioned; And the acquisition of wisdom is more valuable than pearls.

Ecclesiastes 12:13

The conclusion, when everything has been heard, is: fear God and keep His commandments, because this applies to every person.

Ecclesiastes 12:8

“Futility of futilities,” says the Preacher, “all is futility!”

Matthew 13:24

Jesus presented another parable to them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field.

Matthew 13:46

and upon finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold everything that he had and bought it.

Matthew 16:26

For what good will it do a person if he gains the whole world, but forfeits his soul? Or what will a person give in exchange for his soul?

Matthew 22:5

But they paid no attention and went their separate ways, one to his own farm, another to his business,

Matthew 7:6

“Do not give what is holy to dogs, and do not throw your pearls before pigs, or they will trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces.