6:28 6:28

Matthew 6:29

6:30 6:30

Bible Versions

And yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.
And yet {G1161} I say {G3004} unto you {G5213}, That {G3754} even {G3761} Solomon {G4672} in {G1722} all {G3956} his {G846} glory {G1391} was {G4016} not {G3761} arrayed {G4016} like {G5613} one {G1520} of these {G5130}.
yet I tell you that not even Shlomo in all his glory was clothed as beautifully as one of these.
Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these.
yet I say unto you, that even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.

Matthew 6:29 is a profound statement by Jesus, delivered during His Sermon on the Mount, that underscores God's meticulous care and the futility of human worry. By comparing the most lavish human splendor—that of King Solomon—to the simple beauty of a field flower, Jesus highlights the supreme artistry and effortless provision of God.

Context

This verse is part of Jesus's broader teaching on not worrying about material needs, such as food, drink, or clothing. Immediately preceding this, in Matthew 6:28, Jesus directs His listeners to "consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin." He then makes the striking comparison in verse 29, using King Solomon, renowned for his immense wealth and magnificent attire (1 Kings 10:7), as the benchmark for human glory. The purpose is to reveal God's greater glory and care, thereby encouraging His followers to trust in divine provision rather than succumbing to anxiety.

Key Themes

  • God's Superior Provision and Artistry: Jesus asserts that the beauty God bestows upon a common, short-lived flower surpasses the most magnificent and costly garments ever created by human hands. This emphasizes God's immense power, creativity, and attention to detail in His creation.
  • The Folly of Human Worry: If God so splendidly clothes the flowers, which are here today and gone tomorrow, how much more will He clothe and care for His children, who are of far greater value? This teaching serves as a powerful rebuke against anxiety and worry about earthly needs.
  • True Glory vs. Earthly Splendor: Solomon's "glory" was the epitome of earthly wealth and power, yet it was still finite and temporary. The intrinsic beauty of God's creation, however, is divinely ordained and effortlessly perfect, highlighting the transient nature of worldly possessions compared to God's eternal care.

Linguistic Insights

The word "arrayed" (Greek: perieballo) means to be clothed around or adorned. It suggests a complete and encompassing decoration. "Solomon in all his glory" refers to the peak of Israel's earthly splendor under King Solomon, whose magnificence is extensively detailed in the Old Testament, particularly in 1 Kings 10. The Greek word for "glory" here is doxa, which implies honor, renown, or splendor. Jesus's comparison powerfully contrasts the painstaking effort and vast resources required for Solomon's earthly display with God's simple, natural, yet utterly superior adornment of a flower, given without toil or concern.

Practical Application

This verse profoundly encourages believers to cultivate a deep and abiding trust in God's faithful provision. It challenges us to shift our focus from earthly anxieties and material pursuits to seeking God's kingdom and His righteousness, knowing that He will provide for our needs (Matthew 6:33). We are called to appreciate the simple, divinely-created beauty around us as a constant reminder of God's character and His unwavering care for every aspect of His creation, including us.

Note: Commentary is generated by AI with a directive for Biblical fidelity. Always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • 2 Chronicles 9:20

    And all the drinking vessels of king Solomon [were of] gold, and all the vessels of the house of the forest of Lebanon [were of] pure gold: none [were of] silver; it was [not] any thing accounted of in the days of Solomon.

  • 2 Chronicles 9:22

    And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom.

  • 2 Chronicles 9:4

    And the meat of his table, and the sitting of his servants, and the attendance of his ministers, and their apparel; his cupbearers also, and their apparel; and his ascent by which he went up into the house of the LORD; there was no more spirit in her.

  • 2 Chronicles 9:6

    Howbeit I believed not their words, until I came, and mine eyes had seen [it]: and, behold, the one half of the greatness of thy wisdom was not told me: [for] thou exceedest the fame that I heard.

  • 1 Peter 3:2

    While they behold your chaste conversation [coupled] with fear.

  • 1 Peter 3:5

    For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands:

  • 1 Kings 10:4

    And when the queen of Sheba had seen all Solomon's wisdom, and the house that he had built,
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