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Luke 7:38 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Luke 7:38 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 7 verse 38 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And stood at his feet behind him weeping, and began to wash his feet with tears, and did wipe them with the hairs of her head, and kissed his feet, and anointed them with the ointment.”
Luke 7:38 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 7:38
The woman's actions: 'And stood at his feet behind him weeping' (Greek 'kai stasa para tous podas autou opisō klaiousa'). Her position—standing behind at His feet—shows humility and reverence. The weeping (klaiousa—sobbing, lamenting) evidences deep contrition. Her tears 'began to wash his feet' (Greek 'ērxato brēchein tous podas autou tois dakrusin')—copious tears requiring wiping. She 'wiped them with the hairs of her head' (Greek 'tais thrixin tēs kephalēs autēs exemassen')—letting down hair in public (shameful for women) demonstrates desperation trumping propriety. She 'kissed his feet, an...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 7:38
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“They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.”
“O God”
“wash your feet”
“he said to Simon”
“and don't let your head lack oil.”
“to give to them a garland for ashes”
“I am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears.”
“and laid aside his outer garments. He took a towel”
“in a straight way in which they shall not stumble; for I am a father to Israel”
“which brings no regret. But the sorrow of the world works death.”