For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.

But to what shall I liken this generation? It is like unto children sitting in the markets, and calling unto their fellows,

And the Lord said, To what then shall I liken the men of this generation? and to what are they like?

And he said, With what shall we liken the kingdom of God? or with what comparison shall we compare it?