Parallel Verses

Amplified

But [strive for and actively] seek His kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.

New American Standard Bible

But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added to you.

King James Version

But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Holman Bible

“But seek His kingdom, and these things will be provided for you.

International Standard Version

Instead, be concerned about his kingdom, and these things will be provided for you as well.

A Conservative Version

However, seek ye the kingdom of God, and all these things will be added to you.

American Standard Version

Yet seek ye his kingdom, and these things shall be added unto you.

An Understandable Version

So, look for God's kingdom and these things [i.e., food, drink and clothing] will be provided for you.

Anderson New Testament

But seek the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be given you in addition.

Bible in Basic English

But let your chief care be for his kingdom, and these other things will be given to you in addition.

Common New Testament

But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.

Daniel Mace New Testament

therefore do you rather seek the kingdom of God, and then all your necessities will be fully supply'd.

Darby Translation

but seek his kingdom, and all these things shall be added to you.

Godbey New Testament

Moreover seek His kingdom and these things shall be added unto you.

Goodspeed New Testament

But you must strive to find his kingdom, and you will have these other things besides.

John Wesley New Testament

But seek ye the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you.

Julia Smith Translation

But seek the kingdom of God; and all these shall be added to you.

King James 2000

But rather seek you the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Lexham Expanded Bible

But seek his kingdom and these [things] will be added to you.

Modern King James verseion

But rather seek the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you.

Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale

Wherefore, seek ye after the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be ministered unto you.

Moffatt New Testament

only seek his Realm, and it will be yours over and above.

Montgomery New Testament

"But seek his kingdom, and these things shall be added to you.

NET Bible

Instead, pursue his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.

New Heart English Bible

But seek his Kingdom, and these things will be added to you.

Noyes New Testament

But rather seek his kingdom, and these things will also be given you.

Sawyer New Testament

But seek his kingdom, and these shall be added to you.

The Emphasized Bible

Notwithstanding, be seeking his kingdom, - and, these things, shall be added unto you.

Thomas Haweis New Testament

But seek ye the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be given you over.

Twentieth Century New Testament

No, seek his Kingdom, and these things shall be added for you.

Webster

But rather seek ye the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you.

Weymouth New Testament

But make His Kingdom the object of your pursuit, and these things shall be given you in addition.

Williams New Testament

But continue to seek His will, and these things will be yours besides.

World English Bible

But seek God's Kingdom, and all these things will be added to you.

Worrell New Testament

But seek ye His Kingdom, and these things shall be added to you.

Worsley New Testament

Seek ye therefore the kingdom of God, and all these shall be super-added unto you.

Youngs Literal Translation

but, seek ye the reign of God, and all these things shall be added to you.

Interlinear

English(KJV)
Strong's
Root Form
Definition
Usage
But rather
πλήν 
Plen 
Usage: 11

seek ye
ζητέω 
Zeteo 
Usage: 79

the kingdom
βασιλεία 
Basileia 
Usage: 54

of God
θεός 
theos 
Usage: 1151

and

and, also, even, both, then, so, likewise, not tr., , vr and
Usage: 0

all
πᾶς 
Pas 
Usage: 704

ταῦτα 
Tauta 
Usage: 188

προστίθημι 
Prostithemi 
Usage: 11

Devotionals

Devotionals about Luke 12:31

References

Easton

Images Luke 12:31

Prayers for Luke 12:31

Context Readings

Anxiety

30 For all the [pagan] nations of the world greedily seek these things; and your [heavenly] Father [already] knows that you need them. 31 But [strive for and actively] seek His kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well. 32 Do not be afraid and anxious, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.


Cross References

1 Kings 3:11-13

God said to him, “Because you have asked this and have not asked for yourself a long life nor for wealth, nor for the lives of your enemies, but have asked for yourself understanding to recognize justice,

Matthew 6:33

But first and most importantly seek (aim at, strive after) His kingdom and His righteousness [His way of doing and being right—the attitude and character of God], and all these things will be given to you also.

1 Timothy 4:8

For physical training is of some value, but godliness (spiritual training) is of value in everything and in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and for the life to come.

Psalm 34:9


O [reverently] fear the Lord, you His saints (believers, holy ones);
For to those who fear Him there is no want.

Psalm 37:3


Trust [rely on and have confidence] in the Lord and do good;
Dwell in the land and feed [securely] on His faithfulness.

Psalm 37:19


They will not be ashamed in the time of evil,
And in the days of famine they will have plenty and be satisfied.

Psalm 37:25


I have been young and now I am old,
Yet I have not seen the righteous (those in right standing with God) abandoned
Or his descendants pleading for bread.

Psalm 84:11


For the Lord God is a sun and shield;
The Lord bestows grace and favor and honor;
No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.

Isaiah 33:16


He will dwell on the heights,
His place of defense will be the fortress of rocks,
His bread will be given him;
His water will be permanent.

Luke 10:42

but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part [that which is to her advantage], which will not be taken away from her.”

John 6:27

Do not work for food that perishes, but for food that endures [and leads] to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you; for God the Father has authorized Him and put His seal on Him.”

Romans 8:31

What then shall we say to all these things? If God is for us, who can be [successful] against us?

Hebrews 13:5

Let your character [your moral essence, your inner nature] be free from the love of money [shun greed—be financially ethical], being content with what you have; for He has said, “I will never [under any circumstances] desert you [nor give you up nor leave you without support, nor will I in any degree leave you helpless], nor will I forsake or let you down or relax My hold on you [assuredly not]!”

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