The Hidden Treasure
Chapter 13 of the Gospel of Matthew contains 7 parables where Jesus illustrates the Kingdom of Heaven. The Parable of the Hidden Treasure is one of them. Discover its meaning.
The Parable of the Hidden Treasure in Matthew's Gospel
"The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field."
(Matthew 13:44)
Explanation of the Parable of the Hidden Treasure
What is this hidden treasure if not Jesus Himself? Jesus remains hidden from the world's eyes, waiting to be sought by humanity to reveal Himself. During His earthly life, Jesus spent 30 hidden years in Nazareth. Even during His three-year public ministry, He let others testify about Him - John the Baptist, His apostles, and especially the Heavenly Father's voice at His Baptism and Transfiguration.
Today, Jesus remains hidden in the Eucharist. His glorious body rarely appears visibly, for "blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed" (John 20:29). Yet for those who know how to seek and find Him, Jesus is an incomparable treasure - in Him is everything. He is the source of Life, humanity's joy, and the provider of all needs. The wise person detaches from anything that might separate them from Jesus to cling to Him alone.
Jesus Describes the Kingdom of Heaven Through Parables
The Parable of the Hidden Treasure is central to Matthew 13, among 7 other parables that reveal the invisible reality of the Kingdom of Heaven:
With Hozana, Rediscover Jesus - The True Treasure
Jesus is the true treasure we must discover and cherish. With Hozana, pray to deepen your relationship with Christ and give Him greater space in your daily life:
- of personal encounters with Mary
- to draw closer to her Son
