Matthew 13:47
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net, that was cast into the sea, and inclosed fishes of various sorts;
1770 John Worsley NT
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In Context
46who, having found one of great value, went and sold all that he had, and bought it.
Cross References
Matthew 13:26Now when the blade shot forth, and produced the corn, then the tares also appeared.
Matthew 25:1Then will the kingdom of heaven be like ten virgins, who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom: and five of them were wise,
Luke 5:10as were also James and John, the sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, Be not afraid, from henceforth thou shalt be a captor of men.
John 15:2every branch in me that beareth not fruit He taketh away, and every one that beareth fruit, He purgeth, that it may bear more fruit.
Acts 5:1But a certain man named Ananias, together with Sapphira his wife,
Acts 20:30And from among yourselves shall men arise, speaking perverse things to draw away disciples after them.
Matthew Henry on Matthew 13:45-53
Various Parables. 44 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field. 45 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: 46 Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it. 47 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a net, that was cast into the sea, and gathered of every kind: 48 Which, when it… Read the whole commentary →