Matthew 16:26

King James Version (public domain)

Traditionally attributed to Matthew · 1st century AD · One of the twelve apostles of Jesus; tax collector by trade

Matthew 16:26 in the King James Version reads:

26For 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?

What it says

Jesus refuses a sign to religious leaders, Peter confesses him as Christ, Jesus foretells his death and resurrection, and teaches on discipleship and coming judgment.

Where it is

Matthew 16:26 appears in Matthew chapter 16 of the King James Version. You can also open the single-verse page for Matthew 16:26.

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