Matthew 13:44-46·~1 min
The Parables of the Treasure and the Pearl
A man finds treasure hidden in a field, rejoices, sells all he has, and buys the field.
T44he kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field.
A merchant looks for fine pearls.
45Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls.
He finds one pearl of great value, sells all he has, and buys it.
46When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.
Section summaryTwo brief parables show the kingdom as something worth total loss. A man and a merchant each give up everything to secure what they found.
Role in the chapterThese twin images portray the kingdom as surpassing every other possession.