Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 13:16 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Matthew 13:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 13 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But blessed are your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear.”
Matthew 13:16 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 13:16
'But blessed are your eyes, for they see: and your ears, for they hear.' After describing those who see/hear without perceiving (v.13-15), Jesus pronounces disciples blessed (μακάριοι/makarioi) because they genuinely see and hear. This isn't physical capacity but spiritual perception—they recognize Jesus as Messiah, understand His teaching (with help), and respond in faith. Reformed theology sees this blessing as entirely gracious: they see/hear because God opened their eyes/ears, not because they're superior. The beatitude celebrates divine gift of illumination. What do they see that others m...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 13:16
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“he said privately”
“the Father of glory”
“Blessed are you, Simon Bar Jonah, for flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven.,And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven.,,,,,,,,”
“Because you have seen me,{TR adds Thomas”
“that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God”
“Light will shine out of darkness,{Genesis 1:3} who has shone in our hearts”