Matthew 13:45
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls:
Context
This verse from Matthew Chapter 13 connects to 10 cross-references. The parable chapter: seven parables of the kingdom — the sower and soils, wheat and tares, mustard seed, leaven, hidden treasure, pearl of great price, and dragnet. Jesus explains why he speaks in parables: to fulfill Isaiah 6 and reveal …
Other Translations
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that is a merchant seeking goodly pearls:
`Again, the reign of the heavens is like to a man, a merchant, seeking goodly pearls,
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a trader searching for beautiful jewels.
Cross References
No mention shall be made of coral, or of pearls: for the price of wisdom is above rubies.
I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:
Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness.
For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to …
Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.
She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth …
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding.
And now, Lord, what wait I for? my hope is in thee.
Surely every man walketh in a vain shew: surely they are disquieted in vain: he heapeth up riches, and knoweth …
Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.