Bible Verses About "What Is the Parable of the Ten Virgins"
Jesus taught that five wise virgins who kept oil in their lamps were ready when the bridegroom came, while five foolish ones were shut out—teaching the importance of spiritual readiness.
Jesus taught that five wise virgins who kept oil in their lamps were ready when the bridegroom came, while five foolish ones were shut out—teaching the importance of spiritual readiness.
"But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps." — Matthew 25:4 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is the Parable of the Ten Virgins?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps."
"Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh."
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