Matthew 25:16

Translations

King James Version (KJV)

Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.

American King James Version (AKJV)

Then he that had received the five talents went and traded with the same, and made them other five talents.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Straightway he that received the five talents went and traded with them, and made other five talents.

Basic English Translation (BBE)

Straight away he who had been given the five talents went and did trade with them, and made five more.

Webster's Revision

Then he that had received the five talents, went and traded with the same, and gained other five talents.

World English Bible

Immediately he who received the five talents went and traded with them, and made another five talents.

English Revised Version (ERV)

Straightway he that received the five talents went and traded with them, and made other five talents.

Barnes's Matthew 25:16 Bible Commentary

The two who had received most employed their money in trade, and by honest industry doubled it before their master returned, representing the conduct of those who make a good improvement of their abilities, and employ them in doing good.