Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 15:20 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Matthew 15:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 15 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“These are the things which defile a man: but to eat with unwashen hands defileth not a man.”
Matthew 15:20 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 15:20
Jesus concludes: 'These are the things which defile a man: but to eat with unwashen hands defileth not a man.' This revolutionary teaching shifts focus from ceremonial to moral purity. Defilement is fundamentally spiritual and ethical, not ritual. Reformed doctrine sees here the transition from Old Covenant ceremonial law to New Covenant spiritual reality. While external religion appears impressive, God judges the heart. This verse anticipates the gospel going to Gentiles, who wouldn't observe Jewish purity rituals.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 15:20
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“and all the Jews”
“Why do thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread.”
“Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.”
“and that God's Spirit lives in you?”
“unbelieving”
“or one who causes an abomination or a lie”
“nor idolaters”
“and all uncleanness”
“he marveled that he had not first washed himself before dinner.”