Matthew 5:20
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King James Version (modern wording)
For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, all of you shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:20 (KJV)
American Standard Version
For I say unto you, that except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:20 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
For I tell you that unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:20 (BSB)
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What does Matthew 5:20 say?
Matthew 5:20 in modern King James wording reads: "For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, all of you shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven."
Where is Matthew 5:20 found in the Bible?
Matthew 5:20 is verse 20 of chapter 5 of the book of Matthew, in the New Testament. Matthew has 28 chapters.
Which translations of Matthew 5:20 can I read here?
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