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Some have believed that the phrase "eye of the needle" refers to the name of a small gate into a city through which camels had to kneel to enter. A number of Bible resources show that this interpretation is incorrect. One representative resource says, "There is no archaeological or historical support for the common idea that the 'needle's eye' was a small pedestrian gate through the city wall" ( Nelson's New Illustrated Bible Dictionary,1995, "Tools of The Bible: Needle," p. 1266).
One needs to read this verse in it full context to understand what Jesus was saying to the people:
Matthew 19:24-26New American Standard Bible (NASB)24 Again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." 25 When the disciples heard this, they were very astonished and said, "Then who can be saved?" 26 And looking at them Jesus said to them, " With people this is impossible, but with God all things are possible."
Jesus here is reflecting upon early rabbinic teachings. Without God's help through His Holy Spirit, it is impossible for any man to enter into the Kingdom of God - especially those who are rich in this lifetime and are used to getting what they desired. Not so with God who judges each by their hearts.
It appears that Christ's words must be taken literally. Just as it is impossible for a camel to go through the tiny eye of a needle, it is equally impossible for those who trust in riches, instead of in God, to enter the Kingdom of God.
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When was Camel Through the Eye of a Needle created?
Camel Through the Eye of a Needle was created in 1936.
Easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle?
It is easier to pass a cable through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.
Can you get a camel through the eye of a needle?
No, that is the point of the proverb. it would have to be a really big needle. ;) ~Rae the eye of a needle refers to a hole in the Jerusalem city wall that was used to enter the city when lock-down, due to possible enemy attacks. It was very difficult to push through the camels through these holes...hence the phrase "it is easier that a camel go through the eye of a needle , than a rich man to enter the kingdom of god" The term needle is not a sowing needle, which would make it impossible to pass a camel through.
What is more difficult than a camel going through an eye of a needle?
It is more difficult for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God than it is for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle. Not a direct quote, but in the New Testament, this is Matthew 19:24.
Is there a phrase in the Bible about a rich man having as much chance of getting into heaven as a camel has of going through the eye of a needle?
Matthew 19:24 And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God
When was Through the Eye of the Needle created?
Through the Eye of the Needle was created in 1907.
How to pass thread through the eye of a needle unaided?
Pass a thread through the eye of a needle unaided from the opposite side of the needle towards the human eye; while looking through the eye of the needle.
When was Alice Through the Needle's Eye created?
Alice Through the Needle's Eye was created in 1984.
What is Matthew 19v24 saying?
In Matthew 19:24, Jesus is speaking about how difficult it is for a rich person to enter the kingdom of heaven, likening it to a camel passing through the eye of a needle. The verse emphasizes the challenges that wealth can pose in terms of prioritizing material possessions over spiritual matters.
How many pages does Alice Through the Needle's Eye have?
Alice Through the Needle's Eye has 184 pages.
What is the hole of a rabbit called?
Rabbits live in a warren. It is also called a burrow.
Are any of the top 100 billionaires born-again Christians?
Not likely. It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter heaven.
