Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 10:36 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Matthew 10:36 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 10 verse 36 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And a man's foes shall be they of his own household.”
Matthew 10:36 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 10:36
The climactic statement 'a man's foes shall be they of his own household' completes Jesus's warning about familial division. The word 'foes' (ἐχθροὶ/echthroi) denotes active enemies, not mere opponents. Those who share one's home may become one's adversaries when the gospel divides. The phrase 'of his own household' (οἰκιακοὶ/oikiakoi) refers to immediate household members—those with whom one shares daily life. Reformed theology sees this demonstrating total depravity's reach: even natural affection cannot overcome spiritual blindness and opposition to God. Yet those who continue following Chr...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 10:36
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“the daughter rises up against her mother”
“and the house of your father”
“my own familiar friend”
“his brother”
“a man like me”
“They have left here, for I heard them say, 'Let us go to Dothan.' Joseph went after his brothers”
“and he said”
“and between your offspring and her offspring. He will bruise your head”
“and to all his servants”