Matthew 19:23

And Jesus said to His disciples, Truly I say unto you, that a rich man will hardly enter into the kingdom of the heavens.

1902 William Baxter Godbey NT

In The King James Version

Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven.

In Context

22And the young man hearing the word, went away sorrowful: for he had great possessions.

24And again I say to you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to go into the kingdom of God.

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Cross References

Matthew 5:20For I say unto you, that if your righteousness may not abound more than that of the scribes and Pharisees, you can not enter into the kingdom of the heavens.

Matthew 18:3and said, Truly I say unto you, unless you may be converted, and become as little children, you can not enter into the kingdom of the heavens.

Mark 10:23And Jesus looking around, says to His disciples; How hardly shall those having riches enter into the kingdom of God!

Matthew Henry on Matthew 19:17-23

The Rich Ruler's Enquiry; The Rich Ruler's Disappointment. 16 And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? 17 And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments. 18 He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, 19 Honour thy father and thy mother:… Read the whole commentary →

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