Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 15:5 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Matthew 15:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 15 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But ye say, Whosoever shall say to his father or his mother, It is a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me;”
Matthew 15:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 15:5
Jesus exposes the Corban abuse: saying to parents 'It is a gift devoted to God' (Corban) allowed avoiding parental support. This exemplifies how religious activity can become excuse for moral failure. Reformed theology emphasizes that genuine piety never contradicts moral duty. The Pharisees prioritized ritual giving over family responsibility, inverting God's priorities. Their tradition made God's commandment ineffective.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 15:5
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“'Honor your father and your mother;'{Exodus 20:12; Deuteronomy 5:16} and”
“We must obey God rather than men.,Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.,,,,,,,,”
“and Yahweh said to me”
“Whether it is right in the sight of God to listen to you rather than to God, judge for yourselves,,But Peter and John answered and said unto them, Whether it be right in the sight of God to hearken unto you more than unto God, judge ye.,,,,,,,,”
“then later to consider his vows.”