Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 13:22 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 13:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 13 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“He also that received seed among the thorns is he that heareth the word; and the care of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the word, and he becometh unfruitful.”
Matthew 13:22 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 13:22
He also that received seed among the thorns (ὁ εἰς τὰς ἀκάνθας σπαρείς)—thorny ground where weeds compete with crops for nutrients, water, sunlight. Unlike stony ground (which withers), thorny ground grows but remains unfruitful. The care of this world (ἡ μέριμνα τοῦ αἰῶνος)—merimna means 'anxiety, worry, distraction.' The deceitfulness of riches (ἡ ἀπάτη τοῦ πλούτου)—apatē means 'delusion, fraud.' Wealth promises security but delivers anxiety; promises satisfaction but delivers craving.Choke the word (συμπνίγει τὸν λόγον)—sumpnigō means 'to strangle completely, suffocate.' Thorns don't uproot...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 13:22
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“nor have their hope set on the uncertainty of riches”
“these are those who have heard”
“such as drown men in ruin and destruction.”
“Beware! Keep yourselves from covetousness, for a man's life doesn't consist of the abundance of the things which he possesses.”
“with increase: this also is vanity.”
“having loved this present world”
“neither the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world”
“Lo”