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?

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 16:26

BSB
What will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul?
AKJV
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?
CPDV
For how does it benefit a man, if he gains the whole world, yet truly suffers damage to his soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
ERV
For what shall a man be profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and forfeit his life? or what shall a man give in exchange for his life?
NHEB
For what will it profit a person, if he gains the whole world, and forfeits his life? Or what will a person give in exchange for his life?
SMT
For what is a man profited, if he should gain the whole world, and injure his soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?

Commentary for Matthew 16:26

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Overview of Matthew 16:26
Summary
Material wealth worthless compared to spiritual salvation
Event
Jesus compares worldly and spiritual worth
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching