Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Luke 8:3 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Luke 8:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Luke chapter 8 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod's steward, and Susanna, and many others, which ministered unto him of their substance.”
Luke 8:3 (KJV)
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Commentary on Luke 8:3
And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod's steward—Luke provides precise biographical detail, identifying Joanna (Iōanna, Ἰωάννα, Hebrew Hannah, "Yahweh is gracious") through her husband Chuza (Chouzas, Χουζᾶς), described as epitropos Hērōdou (ἐπίτροπος Ἡρῴδου, "steward/manager of Herod"). This term indicates high administrative position managing Herod Antipas' household finances and estates. Joanna's presence among Jesus' followers reveals the gospel penetrated even Herod's court, despite Herod's later hostility (Luke 9:9, 23:8-12). Her inclusion demonstrates Christianity's social diversity—from de...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Luke 8:3
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“which when translated”
“where he made the water into wine. There was a certain nobleman whose son was sick at Capernaum.”
“that”
“especially those who are of Caesar's household.”
“if she has brought up children”
“For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always.”
“to eat sufficiently”
“his mother”
“and what is my people”