Nehr · Luke 12

Luke 12:15

And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.

— Luke 12:15, King James Version
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World English Bible (WEB)

He said to them, "Beware! Keep yourselves from covetousness, for a man's life doesn't consist of the abundance of the things which he possesses."

American Standard Version (ASV)

And he said unto them, Take heed, and keep yourselves from all covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

And he said unto them, 'Observe, and beware of the covetousness, because not in the abundance of one's goods is his life.'

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