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Matthew 11:12 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Matthew 11:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 11 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force. suffereth: or, is gotten by force, and they that thrust men”
Matthew 11:12 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 11:12
Jesus declares 'And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force.' This difficult verse admits multiple interpretations. The Greek verb βιάζεται (biazetai) can be middle voice ('presses forward forcefully') or passive ('is forcefully treated'). Similarly, βιασταὶ ἁρπάζουσιν (biastai harpazousin) can mean 'violent men seize it' or 'forceful people press into it.' The most likely meaning: since John's announcement of the kingdom, it has been pressing forward with irresistible power, and passionate people are pressing into ...
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Cross-References for Matthew 11:12
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“and everyone is forcing his way into it.”
“that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.”
“my beloved”
“but for the food which remains to eternal life”
“they declared God to be just”
“the chief priests and the elders of the people came to him as he was teaching”