Although the man’s riches were an obstacle, he must have had good qualities, since Jesus invited him to become His follower. ​ — Matthew 19: 16 - 22; Luke 18: 18, 22.
Kuigi varandus takistas teda saamast Jeesuse jüngriks, oli tal ilmselt häid omadusi, sest miks muidu oleks Jeesus kutsunud teda end järgima.