KJV ORIGINAL
And said unto them; Go ye also into the vineyard, and whatsoever is right I will give you. And they went their way.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He told them, 'You can work in my vineyard too, and I'll pay you whatever's fair.' So they headed off to work.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes the best deals come with trust instead of a contract.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century, it was common for landowners in ancient Palestine to hire day laborers throughout the day for vineyard work, as this ensured the harvest was completed efficiently. Jesus told this parable as part of His teachings on the kingdom of heaven, specifically to address questions about God's justice and generosity toward all who respond to His call. The story highlights how the landowner promises fair payment, reflecting cultural practices of verbal agreements in labor.
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