Matthew 6:27

Do Not Worry · Matthew 6:25–34
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Translations

Modern
Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?
Traditional
Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature?
Literal
And who of you, being anxious, is able to add to his lifespan one cubit?
Latin
Quis autem vestrum cogitans potest adjicere ad staturam suam cubitum unum?

Original

Greek
English
Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?

Notes

Jesus taught people to live without worry by trusting God to provide for them. His disciples abandoned everything (Matthew 4:18–22; 9:9; 10:5–14). Jesus encouraged them that God would provide their needs.

Theme notes and profiles

Moses Beauty in Nature

Events

Measurements

  • a single hour to his life: About 18 in (45 cm)

Parallels

Luke 12:22–31

Glossary

Biblical Concept of Law Gospel of Matthew Heal, Healing Jesus Christ Moses New Creation, New Creature Peter, First Letter of Reward Riches

Topics

Adoption: should Produce Child-Like Confidence in God Being Worried Care: Remedy For Care: Worldly Cubit: Who Can Add to his Height Early Death Faith: Enjoined Instruction: from Nature My Future Overmuch Care: Uselessness of Religion: True Righteousness: They Who Walk In, and Follow are Abundantly Provided For Select Readings: God's Providence The Gifts of God: Temporal: Food and Raiment Trouble: Borrowing Worldliness: General Scriptures Concerning