27Consider the lilies, how they grow: they neither labor nor 12:27 I.e., spin thread for clothspin; but I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory clothed himself like one of these.
27Consider the lilies and wildflowers, how they grow [in the open field]. They neither labor nor spin [wool to make clothing]; yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory and splendor dressed himself like one of these. [1 Kin 10:4-7]
27Consider how the lilies grow: They do not labor or spin.12:27 NE and Tischendorf Consider the lilies: They do not spin or weave. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these.
27“Think about how the wild flowers grow. They don’t work or make clothing. But here is what I tell you. Not even Solomon in his royal robes was dressed like one of those flowers.