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The Gospel of Thomas

Mark M. Mattison · Translated text

Saying 63: The Parable of the Rich Fool

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Jesus said, "There was a rich man who had much money. He said, 'I'll use my money to sow, reap, plant, and fill my barns with fruit, so that I won't need anything.' That's what he was thinking to himself, but he died that very night. Anyone who has ears to hear should hear!"