# General Information

Jesus continues with another story about the kingdom of God.

# The kingdom of God is also like a perfect pearl of great value

The kingdom of God is spoken of as if it were a perfect pearl that was worth a lot of money. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])

# a perfect pearl

This means ‘a pearl without any defects.’

# a pearl

If pearls are unknown, this can be translated as: “a beautiful stone” or “a beautiful stone-like thing.”

# of great value

This could mean ‘that was very valuable’ or ‘that was worth a lot of money.’

# a pearl merchant

This could mean ‘a pearl dealer’ or ‘a pearl trader.’ This refers to a person whose business is buying and selling pearls.