Matthew 13:45

The English Standar Version

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

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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?

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

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

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

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

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

"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.

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