Psalms 119:72

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Psalms 119:70–74 · Berean Standard Bible

70 Their hearts are hard and callous, but I delight in Your law.

71 It was good for me to be afflicted, that I might learn Your statutes.

72 The law from Your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver.

73 Your hands have made me and fashioned me; give me understanding to learn Your commandments.

74 May those who fear You see me and rejoice, for I have hoped in Your word.

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The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field.

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Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls.

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When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.