Luke 12:29 web — Don't seek what you will eat or what you will drink; neither be anxious.

World English Bible

"Don't seek what you will eat or what you will drink; neither be anxious."

— Luke 12:29, World English Bible

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Luke 12 — Context

26

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

27

Consider the lilies, how they grow. They don't toil, neither do they spin; yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.

28

But if this is how God clothes the grass in the field, which today exists, and tomorrow is cast into the oven, how much more will he clothe you, O you of little faith?

29

Don't seek what you will eat or what you will drink; neither be anxious.

30

For the nations of the world seek after all of these things, but your Father knows that you need these things.

31

But seek God's Kingdom, and all these things will be added to you.

32

Don't be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the Kingdom.

Luke 12:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Luke 12:29 say?
Luke 12:29 in the World English Bible reads: “Don't seek what you will eat or what you will drink; neither be anxious.”
Where is Luke 12:29 in the Bible?
Luke 12:29 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Luke, chapter 12, verse 29.
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 12:29.
What translation should I read Luke 12:29 in?
Luke 12:29 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 12:29?
Luke 12:29 reads (WEB): “Don't seek what you will eat or what you will drink; neither be anxious.” 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.
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