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Luke 13:29 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Luke 13:29 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 13 verse 29 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And they shall come from the east, and from the west, and from the north, and from the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God.”
Luke 13:29 (KJV)
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Commentary on Luke 13:29
Jesus reveals salvation's universal scope: 'And they shall come from the east, and from the west, and from the north, and from the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God.' This imagery echoes Isaiah 49:12, 59:19 and Psalm 107:3, prophecies about God gathering His scattered people. The four directions represent universality—people from all nations will enter God's kingdom. The phrase 'sit down' means to recline at a banquet, indicating intimate fellowship and celebration. This inclusion of Gentiles alongside patriarchs fulfills God's promise to Abraham that through him all nations woul...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 13:29
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“'Give them up!' and tell the south”
“he says”
“that I will gather all nations and languages; and they shall come”
“and let them stretch forth the curtains of your habitations; don't spare: lengthen your cords”
“my name is great among the nations”
“and fellow members of the body”
“and behold”
“Be it known therefore unto you”
“and you will spread abroad to the west”
“grounded and steadfast”