Luke 10:42

Luke 10:42 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

42but few things are needed—or indeed only one.10:42 Some manuscripts but only one thing is needed Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”

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New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

42but only one thing is necessary; for Mary has chosen the good part, which shall not be taken away from her.”

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New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

42but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part, which shall not be taken away from her.”

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Amplified Bible (AMP)

42but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part [that which is to her advantage], which will not be taken away from her.”

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

42But only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, and it will not be taken away from her.”

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New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

42But few things are needed. Really, only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better. And it will not be taken away from her.”

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