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Luke 7:46 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Luke 7:46 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 7 verse 46 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“My head with oil thou didst not anoint: but this woman hath anointed my feet with ointment.”
Luke 7:46 (KJV)
Commentary on Luke 7:46
Third contrast: 'My head with oil thou didst not anoint: but this woman hath anointed my feet with ointment' (Greek 'elaio tēn kephalēn mou ouk ēleipsas: hautē de murō ēleipsen tous podas mou'). Olive oil anointing of guest's head was standard hospitality—refreshing and honoring. Simon omitted this. The woman used expensive perfume (muron—precious ointment) on Jesus's feet (the lowly part rather than the honored head). Her action combined costliness with humility—expensive gift applied humbly. The three contrasts (water/tears, kiss/kisses, oil/ointment) progressively show how the woman exceede...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 7:46
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“Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.”
“and don't let your head lack oil.”
“when you fast”
“and anoint you”
“oil to make his face to shine”
“and fetched there a wise woman”
“neither came flesh nor wine into my mouth”
“but won't reap. You will tread the olives”
“and anoint themselves with the best oils; but they are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph.”