Mark 10:25

It is simpler for a camel to go through a needle's eye, than for a man of wealth to come into the kingdom of God.

Bible in Basic English

In The King James Version

It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

In Context

24And the disciples were full of wonder at his words. But Jesus said to them again, Children, how hard it is for those who put faith in wealth to come into the kingdom of God!

26And they were greatly surprised, saying to him, Who then may have salvation?

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Cross References

Matthew 7:3And why do you take note of the grain of dust in your brother's eye, but take no note of the bit of wood which is in your eye?

Matthew 23:24You blind guides, who take out a fly from your drink, but make no trouble over a camel.

Matthew Henry on Mark 10:18-32

A Hopeful Youth Falling Short of Heaven. 17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? 18 And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God. 19 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother. 20 And he answered and said unto him, Master, all these have I… Read the whole commentary →

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