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Matthew 12:8 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Matthew 12:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 12 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day.”
Matthew 12:8 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 12:8
Jesus declares 'For the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day'—a stunning claim to divine authority. The title 'Son of man' (ὁ υἱὸς τοῦ ἀνθρώπου/ho huios tou anthrōpou) comes from Daniel 7:13-14, referring to the messianic figure who receives everlasting dominion. By claiming lordship over the sabbath, Jesus asserts authority over an institution God Himself established (Genesis 2:2-3, Exodus 20:8-11). This isn't abolishing the sabbath but declaring His right to interpret and fulfill it. The logic flows from verse 6: 'in this place is one greater than the temple.' If Jesus is greater than ...
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Cross-References for Matthew 12:8
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“The Son of Man is lord of the Sabbath.”
“My Father is still working, so I am working, too.”
“and they were talking with Jesus.”
“and take up your mat”
“The foxes have holes, and the birds of the sky have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his head.”
“and I heard behind me a loud voice”
“let each one of you save”
“as without law (not being without law toward God”