Matthew 13:45

The English Standar Version

"Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls,

Cross References

Job 28:18

No mention shall be made of coral or of crystal; the price of wisdom is above pearls.

Ecclesiastes 12:13

The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man.[2]

Ecclesiastes 12:8

Vanity of vanities, says the Preacher; all is vanity.

Matthew 13:24

He put another parable before them, saying, "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field,

Matthew 13:46

who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it.

Matthew 16:26

For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his life? Or what shall a man give in return for his life?

Matthew 22:5

But they paid no attention and went off, one to his farm, another to his business,

Matthew 7:6

"Do not give dogs what is holy, and do not throw your pearls before pigs, lest they trample them underfoot and turn to attack you.