NIV
New International Version · 1978 (rev. 2011)
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
19 words · Balance of accuracy and readability
Matthew 6:33 — Compare Translations
Read this verse in 6 Bible translations — from word-for-word to thought-for-thought.
Dynamic equivalence
KJV
King James Version · 1611
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
20 words · Formal / word-for-word
ESV
English Standard Version · 2001 (rev. 2016)
But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
19 words · Essentially literal
NLT
New Living Translation · 1996 (rev. 2015)
Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.
19 words · Thought-for-thought clarity
MSG
The Message · 2002
Steep your life in God-reality, God-initiative, God-provisions. Don't worry about missing out. You'll find all your everyday human concerns will be met.
22 words · Contemporary paraphrase
NASB
New American Standard Bible · 1971 (rev. 2020)
'But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
17 words · Most literal English translation
Translation Length Comparison
NIV
19 words
KJV
20 words
ESV
19 words
NLT
19 words
MSG
22 words
NASB
17 words
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Bible translations are there for Matthew 6:33?
Bible Verse Randomizer offers Matthew 6:33 in 6 translations: New International Version, King James Version, English Standard Version, New Living Translation, The Message, New American Standard Bible. Each uses a different translation philosophy — from word-for-word (KJV, ESV, NASB) to thought-for-thought (NIV, NLT) to paraphrase (MSG).
Which translation of Matthew 6:33 is best?
No single translation is "best" — it depends on your purpose. For deep study, use the ESV or NASB (word-for-word). For devotional reading, the NIV balances accuracy and readability. The NLT and MSG are excellent for understanding the general meaning in modern English. Comparing multiple translations helps grasp the full richness of the text.
What is the difference between literal and dynamic Bible translations?
Literal (formal equivalence) translations like KJV, ESV, and NASB translate word-for-word from the original Hebrew/Greek. Dynamic equivalence translations like NIV and NLT translate thought-for-thought for clarity. The MSG is a paraphrase that captures the spirit in contemporary language. Each approach has strengths — that's why comparing translations is valuable.
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