Matthew 25:17

17 And likewise he that [had received] two, he also gained other two.

Matthew 25:17 Meaning and Commentary

Matthew 25:17

And likewise he that received two
Talents, or a lesser measure of ministerial gifts:

he also gained other two;
he worked and laboured, and traded, in proportion to the gifts he had received; and his improvements and success, under a divine blessing, were answerable.

Matthew 25:17 In-Context

15 And to one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and forthwith took his journey.

16 Then he that had received the five talents, went and traded with the same, and gained other five talents.

17 And likewise he that [had received] two, he also gained other two.

18 But he that had received one, went and digged in the earth, and hid his lord's money.

19 After a long time the lord of those servants cometh, and reckoneth with them.