Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 15:11 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 15:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 15 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.”
Matthew 15:11 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 15:11
Jesus' teaching 'Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man' revolutionizes purity concepts. External ritual (dietary laws) doesn't make one unclean; rather, words revealing heart corruption defile. This shifts focus from external conformity to internal transformation. Jesus challenges Pharisaic emphasis on ceremonial purity while ignoring moral impurity. True defilement is spiritual and moral, not physical.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 15:11
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“that going into him can defile him; but the things which proceed out of the man are those that defile the man.”
“and they defile the man.”
“and boasts great things. See how a small fire can spread to a large forest!”
“how can you”
“and nothing is to be rejected”
“but righteousness”
“Not so, Lord; for I have never eaten anything that is common or unclean.”
“he marveled that he had not first washed himself before dinner.”
“and with a double heart.”
“and turning away from following our God”