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Luke 7:43 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Luke 7:43 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 7 verse 43 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Simon answered and said, I suppose that he, to whom he forgave most. And he said unto him, Thou hast rightly judged.”
Luke 7:43 (KJV)
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Commentary on Luke 7:43
Jesus's question: 'Tell me therefore, which of them will love him most?' (Greek 'tis oun autōn pleion agapēsei auton'). The answer is obvious—greater forgiveness produces greater love. Simon responds correctly: 'I suppose that he, to whom he forgave most' (Greek 'hupolambanō hoti hō to pleion echarisato'). The tentative 'I suppose' (hupolambanō) suggests Simon senses the trap. Jesus confirms: 'Thou hast rightly judged' (Greek 'orthōs ekrinas'). The principle: love corresponds to recognized forgiveness. Those aware of great forgiveness love greatly; those minimizing their sin love minimally. Fi...
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Cross-References for Luke 7:43
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“he said to him”
“that one died for all”
“a persecutor”
“who is not worthy to be called an apostle”
“her sins”
“he entered into a certain village”