Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 12:2 Cross-References
Explore 16 cross-references for Matthew 12:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 12 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But when the Pharisees saw it, they said unto him, Behold, thy disciples do that which is not lawful to do upon the sabbath day.”
Matthew 12:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 12:2
Pharisees accuse: 'Behold, thy disciples do that which is not lawful to do upon the sabbath day' (ιδου οι μαθηται σου ποιουσιν ο ουκ εξεστιν ποιειν εν σαββατω). They charge Jesus with tolerating Sabbath violation. 'Not lawful' (ουκ εξεστιν) refers to their tradition, not Torah. Mosaic law didn't prohibit what the disciples did; Pharisaic tradition did. This reveals legalism's method: elevate human tradition to divine status (Mark 7:8-9), then condemn those violating it. The accusation targets Jesus' leadership—He permits unlawful behavior. Jesus will respond by appealing to Scripture itself (1...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 12:2
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“Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath day? that they might accuse him.”
“I did one work, and you all marvel because of it.,Jesus answered and said unto them, I have done one work, and ye all marvel.,,,,,,,,”
“and do all your work”
“answering”
“but on the seventh day is a Sabbath of solemn rest”
“whether he would heal him on the Sabbath day”
“and prepared spices and ointments. On the Sabbath they rested according to the commandment.”
“from doing your pleasure on my holy day; and call the Sabbath a delight”
“the man was made well”
“they found a man gathering sticks on the Sabbath day.”