Which of you by taking thought can add
one cubit unto his stature?
BSB
Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?
WEB
“Which of you, by being anxious, can add one moment to his lifespan?
YLT
‘And who of you, being anxious, is able to add to his age one cubit?
F.O.G Original
(27) But who of you being worried can add one cubit to his height.
F.O.G
(27) But who of you being worried can add one cubit to his height.
F.O.G MSG
Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?g
Footnotes:
27gAdd a single hour to your life: This could also be translated as “add 18 inches to your height”—either way, Jesus emphasizes the futility of anxiety over things beyond our control.