Translations
Modern
And do not be concerned about what you will eat or drink. Do not worry about it.
Traditional
And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind.
Literal
And you, do not seek what you might eat and what you might drink, and do not be in suspense;
Latin
Et vos nolite quærere quid manducetis, aut quid bibatis: et nolite in sublime tolli:
Original
Greek
English
And do not be concerned about what you will eat or drink. Do not worry about it.
Notes
After Jesus warns against greed (not being content), he teaches about living in dependence on God (12:13–21). The disciples of Jesus were to focus on God’s kingdom and his purpose in this world rather than being obsessed with possessions.
Theme notes and profiles
Events
- Woes and Parables with Phariseesc. AD 29
Parallels
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Jesus Christ Luke, Gospel of Riches
Topics
Being Overweight Blessing: Temporal, from God Care: Remedy For Commandments: Precepts of Jesus--Explicitly Stated, or Implied in Didactic Discourse Faith: Enjoined Give Jesus, the Christ: Discourses to his Disciples (In Galilee) Overmuch Care: About Earthly Things, Forbidden