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and all these things shall be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/luke/12.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />But seek the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/luke/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />But seek His kingdom, and these things will be provided to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/luke/12.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/luke/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“But seek for His kingdom, and these things shall be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/luke/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/luke/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />But [strive for and actively] seek His kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/luke/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />“But seek his kingdom, and these things will be provided for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/luke/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />&#8220But seek His kingdom, and these things will be provided for you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/luke/12.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet seek ye his kingdom, and these things shall be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/luke/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />But put God's work first, and these things will be yours as well. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/luke/12.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Howbeit seek ye his kingdom, and these things shall be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/luke/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Rather, be concerned about his kingdom. Then these things will be provided for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/luke/12.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Instead, be concerned with his Kingdom, and he will provide you with these things. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/luke/12.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Instead, be concerned about his kingdom, and these things will be provided for you as well. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/luke/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />But seek the kingdom of God, and all these things will be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/luke/12.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Instead, pursue his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/luke/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />But seek his Kingdom, and these things will be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/luke/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />But rather seek ye the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/luke/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />But make His Kingdom the object of your pursuit, and these things shall be given you in addition.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/luke/12.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />But seek God’s Kingdom, and all these things will be added to you. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/luke/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />but seek the Kingdom of God, and all these things will be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/blb/luke/12.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a></span><br />But seek you His kingdom, and these things will be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/luke/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> but, seek ye the reign of God, and all these things shall be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/luke/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />But seek the kingdom of God; and all these shall be added to you.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/luke/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />But seek ye first the kingdom of God and his justice, and all these things shall be added unto you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/luke/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Yet truly, seek first the kingdom of God, and his justice, and all these things shall be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/luke/12.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Instead, seek his kingdom, and these other things will be given you besides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/luke/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Instead, strive for his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/luke/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />But you, seek the kingdom of God; and all of these things shall be added to you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/12.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a></span><br />“However, seek The Kingdom of God, and all these things are added to you.”<div class="vheading2"><b>NT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/anderson/luke/12.htm">Anderson New Testament</a></span><br />But seek the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be given you in addition.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/godbey/luke/12.htm">Godbey New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>Moreover seek His kingdom and these things shall be added unto you.<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/haweis/luke/12.htm">Haweis New Testament</a></span><br />But seek ye the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be given you over.<CM><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/mace/luke/12.htm">Mace New Testament</a></span><br />therefore do you rather seek the kingdom of God, and then all your necessities will be fully supply'd.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wey/luke/12.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a></span><br />But make His Kingdom the object of your pursuit, and these things shall be given you in addition.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worrell/luke/12.htm">Worrell New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>But seek ye His Kingdom, and these things shall be added to you.<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/worsley/luke/12.htm">Worsley New Testament</a></span><br /><FR>Seek ye therefore the kingdom of God, and all these shall be super-added unto you.<Fr><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/luke/12-31.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=5223" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/luke/12.htm">Do Not Worry</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">30</span>For the Gentiles of the world strive after all these things, and your Father knows that you need them. <span class="reftext">31</span><span class="highl"><a href="/greek/4133.htm" title="4133: plēn (Conj) -- However, nevertheless, but, except that, yet. From pleion; moreover, i.e. Albeit, save that, rather, yet.">But</a> <a href="/greek/2212.htm" title="2212: zēteite (V-PMA-2P) -- To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot.">seek</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">His</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/932.htm" title="932: basileian (N-AFS) -- From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm.">kingdom,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: tauta (DPro-NNP) -- This; he, she, it. ">these things</a> <a href="/greek/4369.htm" title="4369: prostethēsetai (V-FIP-3S) -- To place (put) to, add; I do again. From pros and tithemi; to place additionally, i.e. Lay beside, annex, repeat.">will be added</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">unto you.</a> </span> <span class="reftext">32</span>Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a></span><br />But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-25.htm">Matthew 6:25-34</a></span><br />Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? / Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? / Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-19.htm">Philippians 4:19</a></span><br />And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-1.htm">Colossians 3:1-2</a></span><br />Therefore, since you have been raised with Christ, strive for the things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. / Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/14-17.htm">Romans 14:17</a></span><br />For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-44.htm">Matthew 13:44-46</a></span><br />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. / Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls. / When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-7.htm">1 Peter 5:7</a></span><br />Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17</a></span><br />Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-5.htm">Hebrews 13:5</a></span><br />Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-4.htm">Psalm 37:4</a></span><br />Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/34-10.htm">Psalm 34:10</a></span><br />Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a></span><br />Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-6.htm">Isaiah 55:6-7</a></span><br />Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near. / Let the wicked man forsake his way and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that He may have compassion, and to our God, for He will freely pardon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/29-11.htm">Jeremiah 29:11-13</a></span><br />For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope. / Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. / You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/3-11.htm">1 Kings 3:11-14</a></span><br />So God said to him, “Since you have asked for this instead of requesting long life or wealth for yourself or death for your enemies—but you have asked for discernment to administer justice— / behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be. / Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal. ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">But rather seek you the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added to you.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/10-42.htm">Luke 10:42</a></b></br> But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_kings/3-11.htm">1 Kings 3:11-13</a></b></br> And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/34-9.htm">Psalm 34:9</a></b></br> O fear the LORD, ye his saints: for <i>there is</i> no want to them that fear him.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/6-6.htm">Added</a> <a href="/matthew/14-21.htm">Addition</a> <a href="/luke/12-22.htm">Care</a> <a href="/luke/11-43.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/luke/12-6.htm">God's</a> <a href="/luke/11-33.htm">Instead</a> <a href="/luke/11-20.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/matthew/26-12.htm">Object</a> <a href="/mark/4-19.htm">Pursuit</a> <a href="/luke/12-28.htm">Rather</a> <a href="/luke/11-20.htm">Reign</a> <a href="/luke/12-30.htm">Seek</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/19-11.htm">Added</a> <a href="/luke/16-26.htm">Addition</a> <a href="/luke/15-8.htm">Care</a> <a href="/luke/14-1.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/luke/14-15.htm">God's</a> <a href="/luke/22-26.htm">Instead</a> <a href="/luke/12-32.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/luke/17-33.htm">Object</a> <a href="/luke/17-23.htm">Pursuit</a> <a href="/luke/12-51.htm">Rather</a> <a href="/luke/12-32.htm">Reign</a> <a href="/luke/13-24.htm">Seek</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 12</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-1.htm">Jesus preaches to his apostles to avoid hypocrisy</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-13.htm">and warns against covetousness, by the parable of the man who set up greater barns.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-22.htm">We must not worry about earthly things,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-31.htm">but seek the kingdom of God;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-33.htm">give alms;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">35. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-35.htm">be ready at a knock to open to our Lord whensoever he comes.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">41. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-41.htm">Jesus' disciples are to see to their charges,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">49. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-49.htm">and look for persecution.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">54. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-54.htm">The people must take this time of grace;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">57. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/luke/12-57.htm">because it is a fearful thing to die without reconciliation.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In the context of <a href="/luke/12.htm">Luke 12</a>, Jesus is teaching His disciples about the futility of worry and the importance of trusting in God's provision. The kingdom of God refers to His sovereign rule and reign, both in the present spiritual sense and the future physical manifestation. This echoes <a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a>, where Jesus instructs to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness. The call to seek implies an active, ongoing pursuit, suggesting that believers should prioritize God's will and purposes above all else. Historically, the Jewish audience would have understood the kingdom as the anticipated messianic rule, which Jesus was now revealing as both a present reality and future hope.<p><b>and these things will be added unto you</b><br>"These things" refers to the basic necessities of life, such as food, clothing, and shelter, which Jesus discusses earlier in <a href="/luke/12-22.htm">Luke 12:22-30</a>. The promise that these will be "added" underscores God's provision for those who prioritize His kingdom. This reflects the covenant relationship between God and His people, where obedience and trust in God result in His faithful provision. The cultural context of the time was one of subsistence living, where daily needs were a constant concern, making this promise particularly reassuring. This assurance is consistent with Old Testament teachings, such as in <a href="/psalms/37-25.htm">Psalm 37:25</a>, where David observes that the righteous are not forsaken. Theologically, this phrase highlights God's faithfulness and the principle that spiritual priorities lead to material provision, aligning with the broader biblical narrative of God's care for His people.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a></b><br>The speaker of this verse, Jesus is teaching His disciples about the priorities of life and the importance of focusing on God's kingdom.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/d/disciples.htm">Disciples</a></b><br>The primary audience of Jesus' teaching in this passage. They are being instructed on how to live a life of faith and trust in God.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_kingdom_of_god.htm">The Kingdom of God</a></b><br>Central to Jesus' message, the Kingdom of God represents God's sovereign rule and reign, both in the present and future.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_crowd.htm">The Crowd</a></b><br>While Jesus is directly addressing His disciples, a larger crowd is often present during His teachings, providing a broader context for His message.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/m/material_needs.htm">Material Needs</a></b><br>The context of this verse includes Jesus' teaching on not worrying about material needs such as food and clothing, emphasizing trust in God's provision.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/p/priority_of_the_kingdom.htm">Priority of the Kingdom</a></b><br>Jesus calls us to prioritize the Kingdom of God above all else. This means aligning our values, decisions, and actions with God's will and purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_in_god's_provision.htm">Trust in God's Provision</a></b><br>By seeking God's kingdom first, we demonstrate trust in His ability to provide for our needs. This trust alleviates anxiety and worry about material concerns.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/eternal_perspective.htm">Eternal Perspective</a></b><br>Focusing on God's kingdom shifts our perspective from temporary, earthly concerns to eternal, spiritual realities. This helps us live with purpose and hope.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/active_seeking.htm">Active Seeking</a></b><br>Seeking the kingdom is an active pursuit. It involves prayer, studying Scripture, and living out God's commands in our daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness.htm">God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>The promise that "these things will be added unto you" assures us of God's faithfulness. He knows our needs and is committed to caring for His children.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 12</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_believers_still_face_hardship.htm">Luke 12:31 promises that those who seek the kingdom of God will have their needs provided. Why, then, do many devoted believers still experience hardship and lack? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_it_mean_to_seek_god.htm">What does it mean to seek God?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_matthew_6_33_mean.htm">What does Matthew 6:33 mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/did_adam_and_eve_possess_belly_buttons.htm">What does Matthew 6:33 mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/luke/12-31.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div><span class="word">But</span><br /><span class="grk">πλὴν</span> <span class="translit">(plēn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4133.htm">Strong's 4133: </a> </span><span class="str2">However, nevertheless, but, except that, yet. From pleion; moreover, i.e. Albeit, save that, rather, yet.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">seek</span><br /><span class="grk">ζητεῖτε</span> <span class="translit">(zēteite)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2212.htm">Strong's 2212: </a> </span><span class="str2">To seek, search for, desire, require, demand. Of uncertain affinity; to seek; specially, to worship, or to plot.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">His</span><br /><span class="grk">αὐτοῦ</span> <span class="translit">(autou)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">kingdom,</span><br /><span class="grk">βασιλείαν</span> <span class="translit">(basileian)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_932.htm">Strong's 932: </a> </span><span class="str2">From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and</span><br /><span class="grk">καὶ</span> <span class="translit">(kai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> </span><span class="str2">And, even, also, namely. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">these things</span><br /><span class="grk">ταῦτα</span> <span class="translit">(tauta)</span><br /><span class="parse">Demonstrative Pronoun - Nominative Neuter Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> </span><span class="str2">This; he, she, it. </span><br /><br /><span class="word">will be added</span><br /><span class="grk">προστεθήσεται</span> <span class="translit">(prostethēsetai)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4369.htm">Strong's 4369: </a> </span><span class="str2">To place (put) to, add; I do again. From pros and tithemi; to place additionally, i.e. Lay beside, annex, repeat.</span><br /><br /><span class="word">unto you.</span><br /><span class="grk">ὑμῖν</span> <span class="translit">(hymin)</span><br /><span class="parse">Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> </span><span class="str2">You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/luke/12-31.htm">Luke 12:31 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/luke/12-31.htm">NT Gospels: Luke 12:31 But seek God's Kingdom and all these (Luke Lu Lk) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/luke/12-30.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Luke 12:30"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Luke 12:30" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/luke/12-32.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Luke 12:32"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Luke 12:32" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>