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Luke 2:48 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Luke 2:48 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 2 verse 48 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.”
Luke 2:48 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 2:48
Mary's response—'Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing'—reveals her maternal distress but also her limited understanding. She refers to Joseph as 'thy father,' yet Jesus' response corrects this, pointing to His true Father. Mary's natural anxiety is understandable, but she hadn't yet fully grasped Jesus' unique identity and mission. This incident marks a transition—Jesus' increasing awareness of His divine sonship begins to create tension with normal family expectations.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 2:48
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“behold”
“Why were you looking for me? Didn't you know that I must be in my Father's house?”
“when he began to teach”
“and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth”