Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Luke 6:44 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Luke 6:44 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 6 verse 44 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For every tree is known by his own fruit. For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes. grapes: Gr. a grape”
Luke 6:44 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 6:44
For every tree is known by his own fruit (ἐκ τοῦ ἰδίου καρποῦ γινώσκεται, ek tou idiou karpou ginōsketai)—recognition comes through fruit. The verb ginōskō (γινώσκω) means to know with certainty, to discern reality. Jesus provides specific examples: For of thorns men do not gather figs, nor of a bramble bush gather they grapes (ἐξ ἀκανθῶν οὐ συλλέγουσιν σῦκα, ex akanthōn ou syllegousin syka).Thorns (akanthōn, ἀκανθῶν) and brambles (batou, βάτου) represent cursed, fruitless plants—results of the fall. Figs and grapes represent valuable, nourishing fruit. The contrast is absurd—no one expects go...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 6:44
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“my brothers”
“which are: adultery”
“bringing salvation to all men”
“shepherds who without fear feed themselves; clouds without water”