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Luke 3:13 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Luke 3:13 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 3 verse 13 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he said unto them, Exact no more than that which is appointed you.”
Luke 3:13 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 3:13
John's instruction to publicans—'Exact no more than that which is appointed you'—addresses their specific temptation to extortion. He doesn't command them to abandon their profession but to practice it honestly. This demonstrates that repentance transforms how we conduct our calling, not necessarily what that calling is (unless inherently sinful). The command acknowledges legitimate taxation ('that which is appointed') while prohibiting corruption. John's practical ethics shows that Christian faith sanctifies secular vocations, requiring honesty and justice in worldly employment. This anticipa...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 3:13
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“Behold, Lord, half of my goods I give to the poor. If I have wrongfully exacted anything of anyone, I restore four times as much.”
“working with his hands the thing that is good”
“make yourself clean. Put away the evil of your doings from before my eyes. Cease to do evil.”
“O man”
“nor covetous”
“bringing salvation to all men”
“you shall also do to them; for this is the law and the prophets.”
“I was also upright before him”
“but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.”
“Seek ye the LORD while he may be found”