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Colossians 3:2 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Colossians 3:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Colossians chapter 3 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. affection: or, mind”
Colossians 3:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Colossians 3:2
Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. Paul reinforces the command with parallel construction. "Set your affection" (phronite, φρονεῖτε) literally means "think about" or "set your mind on," indicating not merely emotions but intellectual and volitional focus. Present imperative again demands continuous mental orientation toward heavenly realities."Not on things on the earth" (mē ta epi tēs gēs, μὴ τὰ ἐπὶ τῆς γῆς) doesn't prohibit earthly responsibilities or legitimate enjoyment of God's creation but warns against earthly-mindedness—making temporal things ultimate conce...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Colossians 3:2
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“neither the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world”
“and build the sanctuary of Yahweh God”
“seek the things that are above”
“and said to Peter”
“who walk not after the flesh”
“not toward selfish gain.”
“uncleanness”
“whose god is the belly”
“Beware! Keep yourselves from covetousness, for a man's life doesn't consist of the abundance of the things which he possesses.”