John 12:25
He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep it unto life eternal.
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English Standard Version
Whoever loves his life loses it, and whoever hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life.
New International Version
The man who loves his life will lose it, while the man who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life.
Catholic Public Domain Version
it remains alone. But if it dies, it yields much fruit. Whoever loves his life, will lose it. And whoever hates his life in this world, preserves it unto eternal life