Luke 12:30

For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: and your Father knoweth that ye have need of these things.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Luke 12:30

BSB

For the Gentiles of the world strive after all these things, and your Father knows that you need them.

AKJV

For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: and your Father knows that you have need of these things.

CPDV

For all these things are sought by the Gentiles of the world. And your Father knows that you have need of these things.

ERV

For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: but your Father knoweth that ye have need of these things.

NHEB

For the nations of the world seek after all of these things, but your Father knows that you need these things.

SMT

For all these things the nations of the world seek for: and your Father knows that ye have need of these.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Luke 12:30

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Commentary for Luke 12:30

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Luke 12:30

Summary

Nations pursue material needs, Father knows yours

Event

Jesus contrasts worldly and divine focus

Estimated Time Period

c. 30 AD