Matthew 19:24
And again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle, than for the wealthy to enter into the kingdom of heaven.”
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In Context
25And upon hearing this, the disciples wondered greatly, saying: “Then who will be able to be saved?”
Cross References
Matthew 19:26But Jesus, gazing at them, said to them: “With men, this is impossible. But with God, all things are possible.”
Mark 10:24And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus, answering again, said to them: “Little sons, how difficult it is for those who trust in money to enter into the kingdom of God!
John 5:44How are you able to believe, you who accept glory from one another and yet do not seek the glory that is from God alone?
Matthew Henry on Matthew 19:24-30
The Recompense of Christ's Followers. 23 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven. 24 And again I say unto you, 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. 25 When his disciples heard it, they were exceedingly amazed, saying, Who then can be saved? 26 But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible. 27 Then… Read the whole commentary →