Matthew 20:12

Saying, These last have wrought but one hour, and thou hast made them equal unto us, which have borne the burden and heat of the day.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 20:12

BSB
These men who were hired last worked only one hour,' they said, 'and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden and the scorching heat of the day.'
AKJV
Saying, These last have worked but one hour, and you have made them equal to us, which have borne the burden and heat of the day.
CPDV
saying, 'These last have worked for one hour, and you have made them equal to us, who worked bearing the weight and heat of the day.'
ERV
saying, These last have spent but one hour, and thou hast made them equal unto us, which have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.
NHEB
saying, 'These last have spent one hour, and you have made them equal to us, who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.'
SMT
Saying, That these last worked one hour, and thou hast made them equal to us, having borne the burden and heat of the day.

Commentary for Matthew 20:12

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Overview of Matthew 20:12
Summary
Complainers argue latecomers received disproportionate compensation
Place
Vineyard
Event
Workers articulate grievance
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Narrative