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Luke 3:14 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Luke 3:14 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 3 verse 14 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And the soldiers likewise demanded of him, saying, And what shall we do? And he said unto them, Do violence to no man, neither accuse any falsely; and be content with your wages. Do violence: or, Put no man in fear wages: or, allowance”
Luke 3:14 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 3:14
That 'soldiers likewise demanded of him, saying, And what shall we do?' shows repentance's universality—even military men recognized their need. The word 'likewise' indicates they joined publicans and common people in seeking guidance. Roman or Herodian soldiers had unique temptations to violence, extortion, and false accusation. John's answer addresses their specific ethical challenges, showing that repentance requires profession-specific application. That soldiers sought baptism demonstrates the Spirit's convicting work transcends social class and occupation. Their question models humility—p...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 3:14
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“content with such things as you have”
“for I have learned in whatever state I am”
“we will be content with that.”
“You shall not commit adultery, You shall not murder, You shall not steal, You shall not give false testimony, You shall not covet,{TR adds You shall not give false testimony,}{Exodus 20:13-15”
“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.”
“saying”
“not slanderers nor enslaved to much wine”