But he who received the one talent went away and dug in the earth and hid his lord’s money.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Matthew 25:18 in context
Matthew 25:15–21
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To one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one, to each according to his own ability. Then he went on his journey.
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Immediately he who received the five talents went and traded with them, and made another five talents.
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In the same way, he also who got the two gained another two.
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But he who received the one talent went away and dug in the earth and hid his lord’s money.
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“Now after a long time the lord of those servants came, and settled accounts with them.
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He who received the five talents came and brought another five talents, saying, ‘Lord, you delivered to me five talents. Behold, I have gained another five talents in addition to them.’
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“His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a few things, I will set you over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’
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