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Matthew 10:2 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 10:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 10 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Now the names of the twelve apostles are these; The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother;”
Matthew 10:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 10:2
Matthew begins the apostolic list with 'the first, Simon, who is called Peter' (πρωτος Σιμων ο λεγομενος Πετρος). 'First' (πρωτος) indicates both chronological primacy and leadership position. Peter's prominence throughout the Gospels confirms his role as spokesman and leader among the Twelve. His given name 'Simon' connects to his Jewish heritage, while 'Peter' (Πετρος, rock) reflects Jesus' renaming (16:18), signifying transformed identity. Paired with 'Andrew his brother,' the list emphasizes relationships—these aren't isolated individuals but a community called together. The Twelve represe...
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Cross-References for Matthew 10:2
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“he saw two other brothers”
“they went up into the upper room”
“sons of Zebedee”
“and in turn”
“he{TR reads Jesus instead of he} saw two brothers: Simon”
“Andrew”
“'I will send to them prophets and apostles; and some of them they will kill and persecute”
“You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
“Thomas called Didymus”
“and followed him”