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Matthew 12:6 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Matthew 12:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 12 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But I say unto you, That in this place is one greater than the temple.”
Matthew 12:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 12:6
'But I say unto you, That in this place is one greater than the temple.' This statement is breathtaking in its implications. The temple was Judaism's central institution—the location of God's special presence, the site of sacrifice and worship, the heart of Israel's religious life. Yet Jesus claims to be 'greater than the temple' (μεῖζόν/meizon). He doesn't merely say He's important; He says He surpasses the temple in significance and authority. Since the temple represented God's dwelling with His people, Jesus's claim implicitly asserts deity—He is God dwelling with humanity (Matthew 1:23, 'E...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 12:6
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“and will condemn it”
“heaven and the heaven of heavens can't contain you; how much less this house which I have built!”
“a living stone”
“Behold”
“Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.”
“Christ Jesus himself being the chief cornerstone;”
“and I will fill this house with glory”
“the gold”