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Mark 10:18 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Mark 10:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 10 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God.”
Mark 10:18 (KJV)
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Commentary on Mark 10:18
A man asked Jesus, 'Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?' (Διδάσκαλε ἀγαθέ, τί ποιήσω ἵνα ζωὴν αἰώνιον κληρονομήσω;). The address 'Good Master' (Didaskale agathe, Διδάσκαλε ἀγαθέ) prompts Jesus' response about goodness (v. 18). The question 'what shall I do' reveals works-righteousness assumption—earning eternal life through personal achievement. The verb 'inherit' (klēronomēsō, κληρονομήσω) oddly pairs with 'do'—inheritance is received, not earned. This theological confusion prompts Jesus' corrective teaching: salvation comes through God's grace, not human merit (vv. ...
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Cross-References for Mark 10:18
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“Why do you call me good? No one is good, except one--God.,And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? none is good, save one, that is, God.,,,,,,,,”
“Why do you call me good? No one is good but one, that is, God. But if you want to enter into life, keep the commandments.”
“no”
“and he who remains in love remains in God”
“For there is no one besides you”
“for God is love.”
“coming down from the Father of lights”
“and do good. Teach me your statutes.”
“I receive not honour from men.”
“God! The children of men take refuge under the shadow of your wings.”