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Matthew 12:16 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Matthew 12:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 12 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And charged them that they should not make him known:”
Matthew 12:16 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 12:16
'And charged them that they should not make him known.' Despite healing multitudes, Jesus commands silence about His identity and works—repeated throughout Matthew (8:4, 9:30, 12:16, 16:20, 17:9). The verb 'charged' (ἐπετίμησεν/epetimēsen) means strongly warned, ordered strictly. Why silence? Multiple reasons: (1) Avoid premature political confrontation—crowds wanted political messiah; Jesus's kingdom wasn't earthly (John 6:15, 18:36); (2) Prevent heightened Pharisaic opposition before appointed time; (3) Focus on ministry rather than fame; (4) Fulfill prophetic pattern (v.17-21 quotes Isaiah ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 12:16
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“saying”
“See that you tell nobody, but go, show yourself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, as a testimony to them.”
“Jesus commanded them”
“but the more he commanded them”
“But go your way, and show yourself to the priest, and offer for your cleansing according to what Moses commanded, for a testimony to them.”