Matthew 13:45
Again, the kingdom of the heavens is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls,
Job 28:18
No mention shall be made of coral, or of pearls; for wisdom is better than precious stones.
Psalm 4:6-7
There are many that say, Who will show us any good? LORD, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
Psalm 39:6-7
Surely man walks in darkness; surely they are disquieted in vain; they heap up riches not knowing who shall gather them.
Proverbs 3:13-18
Blessed is the man that has found wisdom and who brings to light intelligence,
Proverbs 8:10-11
Receive my chastening and not silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold.
Proverbs 8:18-20
Riches and honour are with me, yea, durable riches and righteousness.
Ecclesiastes 2:2-12
I said of laughter, It is mad, and of mirth, What does it do?
Ecclesiastes 12:8
Vanity of vanities, saith the preacher; all is vanity.
Ecclesiastes 12:13
The conclusion of the entire sermon is heard: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole happiness of man.
Matthew 13:24
He put forth another parable unto them, saying, The kingdom of the heavens is likened unto a man who sows good seed in his field
Matthew 16:26
For what is a man profited if he shall gain the whole world and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
Matthew 22:5
But they made light of it and went their ways, one to his farm, another to his merchandise,