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Luke 24:16 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Luke 24:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 24 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But their eyes were holden that they should not know him.”
Luke 24:16 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 24:16
But their eyes were holden that they should not know him. This verse reveals the divine reason for the disciples' non-recognition. The passive verb were holden (ekratounto, ἐκρατοῦντο) means "were restrained, prevented, held back"—indicating divine action, not merely the disciples' failure to observe carefully. God sovereignly prevented recognition so Jesus could first teach them from Scripture before revealing Himself. The purpose clause that they should not know him (tou mē epignōnai auton, τοῦ μὴ ἐπιγνῶναι αὐτόν) shows this was intentional divine withholding.The verb "know" here is epiginōs...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 24:16
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“she turned around and saw Jesus standing”
“Jesus stood on the beach”
“and they recognized him”
“as they walked”
“Elisha prayed to Yahweh”