Luke 12:31

31 But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.

Luke 12:31 in Other Translations

31 But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.

31 Instead, seek his kingdom, and these things will be added to you.

31 Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and he will give you everything you need.

31 Steep yourself in God-reality, God-initiative, God-provisions. You'll find all your everyday human concerns will be met.

31 Yet seek ye his kingdom, and these things shall be added unto you.

31 Rather, be concerned about his kingdom. Then these things will be provided for you.

31 "But seek His kingdom, and these things will be provided for you.

31 "But put God's kingdom first. Then those other things will also be given to you.

Luke 12:31 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 12:31

But rather seek ye the kingdom of God
The Vulgate Latin version adds, "first", as also, "and his righteousness", as in ( Matthew 6:33 ) and the Ethiopic version reads, "seek his kingdom and righteousness" meaning either the grace of God, which is not meat and drink, but righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Ghost, ( Romans 14:17 ) or the heavenly glory; unless the Gospel, and the dispensation of it, which is the Messiah's kingdom, and which was then just ushering in, should rather be intended.

And all these things shall be added unto you;
food and raiment, which are as much as can be enjoyed; and godliness with these, and contentment with them, is great gain; (See Gill on Matthew 6:33).

Luke 12:31 In-Context

29 And do not set your heart on what you will eat or drink; do not worry about it.

30 For the pagan world runs after all such things, and your Father knows that you need them.

31 But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.

32 “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.

33 Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide purses for yourselves that will not wear out, a treasure in heaven that will never fail, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys.

Cross References

• 1. S Matthew 3:2
• 2. Matthew 19:29