The Kingdom
I would love to give a creative thought on this verse, but the study notes in the Fire Bible SE states an awesome commentary on this passage.
"In ancient times it was not uncommon to hide treasure in the ground since there were no organized banks. The parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl teach two truths: (1) The kingdom is a priceless treasure that is to be valued and desired above all else. (2) People who become part of the God’s heavenly kingdom must be willing to give up everything that could hinder their relationship with God or prevent them from accomplishing his purpose for them. Jesus in no way implies that we can earn a place in his kingdom with money or good works. He is telling us that the kingdom must be our absolute highest priority ‘Selling all’ means that we must transfer our whole heart from other interests to the one supreme interest—that is, Christ. We must be willing to put aside everything else in order to serve him."
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