Matthew 13:45

New International Version

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

Cross References

Job 28:18

Coral and jasper are not worthy of mention; the price of wisdom is beyond rubies.

Ecclesiastes 12:13

Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind.

Ecclesiastes 12:8

“Meaningless! Meaningless!” says the Teacher. “Everything is meaningless!”

Matthew 13:24

Jesus told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field.

Matthew 13:46

When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.

Matthew 16:26

What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?

Matthew 22:5

“But they paid no attention and went off—one to his field, another to his business.

Matthew 7:6

“Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces.