Luke 12:23 web — Life is more than food, and the body is more than clothing.

World English Bible

"Life is more than food, and the body is more than clothing."

— Luke 12:23, World English Bible

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Luke 12:23 in Other Translations

6 versions All translations

Luke 12 — Context

20

"But God said to him, 'You foolish one, tonight your soul is required of you. The things which you have prepared--whose will they be?'

21

So is he who lays up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God."

22

He said to his disciples, "Therefore I tell you, don't be anxious for your life, what you will eat, nor yet for your body, what you will wear.

23

Life is more than food, and the body is more than clothing.

24

Consider the ravens: they don't sow, they don't reap, they have no warehouse or barn, and God feeds them. How much more valuable are you than birds!

25

Which of you by being anxious can add a cubit to his height?

26

If then you aren't able to do even the least things, why are you anxious about the rest?

Luke 12:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Luke 12:23 say?
Luke 12:23 in the World English Bible reads: “Life is more than food, and the body is more than clothing.”
Where is Luke 12:23 in the Bible?
Luke 12:23 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 12, verse 23.
Who wrote Luke?
Luke is traditionally attributed to Luke the physician, companion of Paul. It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Luke about?
Luke writes "an orderly account" of Jesus' life from a careful historian's pen, with special attention to the poor, the outsider, women, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. From the angelic announcements at the beginning to the Emmaus road at the end, Luke shows Jesus as the Savior of the world.
What are the major themes of Luke?
Luke explores themes including Salvation for All, Holy Spirit, Prayer, Compassion, Joy. These themes shape the meaning and context of Luke 12:23.
What translation should I read Luke 12:23 in?
Luke 12:23 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Luke 12:23?
Luke 12:23 reads (WEB): “Life is more than food, and the body is more than clothing.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2