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Luke 2:35 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Luke 2:35 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 2 verse 35 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“(Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.”
Luke 2:35 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 2:35
Simeon prophesies to Mary: 'a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also.' This prediction of Mary's suffering refers primarily to her anguish at Christ's crucifixion (John 19:25-27), where she witnessed her son's horrific death. The Greek 'rhomphaia' (ῥομφαία) denotes a large sword, emphasizing the depth and severity of coming pain. Mary's participation in Christ's suffering begins at the incarnation and climaxes at Calvary. Her willingness to bear this sword demonstrates costly discipleship—following Christ involves suffering, not just blessing.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 2:35
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“that those who are approved may be revealed among you.”
“that he might humble you”
“so was Barak. They rushed into the valley at his feet. By the watercourses of Reuben”
“my adversaries reproach me”
“for your heart isn't right before God.”
“who were lovers of money”
“they said”
“they would not have had sin; but now they have no excuse for their sin.”
“and his mother's sister”
“If God were your father, you would love me, for I came out and have come from God. For I haven't come of myself, but he sent me.,Jesus said unto them, If God were your Father, ye would love me: for I proceeded forth and came from God; neither came I of myself, but he sent me.,,,,,,,,”