Matthew 25:9 - King James Version (Oxford) 1769 But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves. More versionsAmplified Bible - Classic Edition But the wise replied, There will not be enough for us and for you; go instead to the dealers and buy for yourselves. American Standard Version (1901) But the wise answered, saying, Peradventure there will not be enough for us and you: go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves. Common English Bible “But the wise bridesmaids replied, ‘No, because if we share with you, there won’t be enough for our lamps and yours. We have a better idea. You go to those who sell oil and buy some for yourselves.’ Catholic Public Domain Version The prudent responded by saying, 'Lest perhaps there may not be enough for us and for you, it would be better for you to go to the vendors and buy some for yourselves.' |