Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Luke 15:2 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Luke 15:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 15 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them.”
Luke 15:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 15:2
The Pharisees complain: 'This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them' (ὅτι Οὗτος ἁμαρτωλοὺς προσδέχεται καὶ συνεσθίει αὐτοῖς). The verb 'prosdechomai' (προσδέχεται, receiveth) means to welcome or accept, while 'synesthiō' (συνεσθίει, eateth with) indicates table fellowship—the most intimate social interaction. In Jewish culture, sharing meals implied acceptance, approval, even covenant relationship. The Pharisees' criticism reflects their theology: association with sinners brings defilement. Jesus' practice demonstrates gospel truth: He enters sinners' brokenness to bring transformation, ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 15:2
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“they said to his disciples”
“he said to himself”
“they all murmured”
“saying”
“and you say”
“You went in to uncircumcised men, and ate with them!”
“he ate with the Gentiles. But when they came”
“'Behold”
“I wrote unto you in an epistle not to company with fornicators:”