seek and ye shall find

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. Something can be found if it is sought.
  2. Effort will be rewarded.

Word forms

seek and ye shall find

Etymology

From the King James translation of Matthew 7:7: "Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you."

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