Verse Comparison: Matthew 3:2
American Standard Version
Repent ye; for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Amplified® Bible
And saying, Repent (think differently; change your mind, regretting your sins and changing your conduct), for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
Contemporary English Version
He said, "Turn back to God! The kingdom of heaven will soon be here."
Darby English Version
and saying, Repent, for the kingdom of the heavens has drawn nigh.
Good News Bible
"Turn away from your sins," he said, "because the Kingdom of heaven is near!"
International Standard Version
and saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near!"
King James Version
And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.
New American Standard Bible
"Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand."
New International Version
and saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near."
New King James Version
and saying, 'Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!'
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
"Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has become available."
Revised Standard Version
"Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand."
Young's Literal Translation
and saying, `Reform, for come nigh hath the reign of the heavens,'