Matthew 13:43-45

Expanded Bible

⁴³ Then the ·good people [righteous] will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father [Dan. 12:3]. ·Let those with ears use them and listen [^LThe one who has ears to hear, let him hear.].

Stories of a Treasure and a Pearl

⁴⁴ “The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field. One day a man found the treasure, and then he hid it in the field again. He was so ·happy [joyful; excited] that he went and sold everything he owned to buy that field.

⁴⁵ “Also, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls.