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Luke 7:24 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Luke 7:24 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 7 verse 24 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Jesus Testifies About John
“And when the messengers of John were departed, he began to speak unto the people concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness for to see? A reed shaken with the wind?”
Luke 7:24 (KJV)
Historical Context for Luke 7:24
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Commentary on Luke 7:24
Jesus's rhetorical questions about John defend his forerunner's character: 'What went ye out into the wilderness for to see? A reed shaken with the wind?' The reed (Greek 'kalamon') symbolizes weakness and vacillation—swaying with every breeze of opinion. John was anything but—his uncompromising preaching offended both religious leaders and political authorities. The question 'A man clothed in soft raiment?' contrasts John's rough camel-hair garment with royal luxury. John lived ascetically, not seeking comfort or patronage. Reformed theology values prophetic boldness that speaks truth regardl...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 7:24
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“tossed back and forth and carried about with every wind of doctrine”
“I am the voice of one crying in the wilderness, 'Make straight the way of the Lord,'{Isaiah 40:3} as Isaiah the prophet said.”
“the word of God came to John”
“and becoming strong in spirit”
“did I show fickleness? Or the things that I purpose”
“beloved”
“clouds driven by a storm; for whom the blackness of darkness has been reserved forever.”
“without any doubting”
“John the Baptizer came”
“immersing} in the wilderness and preaching the baptism of repentance for forgiveness of sins.”