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Matthew 11:29 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 11:29 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 11 verse 29 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.”
Matthew 11:29 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 11:29
Jesus invites the weary: 'Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls' (Greek: ἄρατε τὸν ζυγόν μου ἐφ' ὑμᾶς καὶ μάθετε ἀπ' ἐμοῦ, 'take my yoke upon you and learn from me'). A 'yoke' (ζυγός) is wooden frame joining oxen for work - it symbolizes discipleship, teaching, and burden. Jesus invites exchange - leave Pharisaical legalism's crushing yoke for His yoke. 'Learn from me' (μάθετε) makes Jesus both teacher and curriculum. His character is 'meek and lowly' (πραΰς καὶ ταπεινός) - gentle strength and humble service. 'Rest for ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 11:29
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“Stand you in the ways and see”
“He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk”
“taking the form of a servant”
“that you also should do as I have done to you.”
“you will remain in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments”
“he became to all of those who obey him the author of eternal salvation”
“because Christ also suffered for us”
“I am with you always”