Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 16:19 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Matthew 16:19 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 16 verse 19 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”
Matthew 16:19 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 16:19
Jesus gives Peter 'the keys of the kingdom of heaven,' symbolizing authority to open gospel access. At Pentecost, Peter unlocked the kingdom for Jews (Acts 2) and Gentiles (Acts 10). The 'binding and loosing' terminology reflects rabbinic authority to declare what's forbidden or permitted. Reformed interpretation sees this as apostolic authority in gospel proclamation, not papal succession. What the apostles bound/loosed in preaching God's Word would be ratified in heaven—their gospel message carries divine authority.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 16:19
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“whatever things you bind on earth will have been bound in heaven”
“and no one will shut. He will shut”
“and behold”
“they are forgiven them. Whoever's sins you retain”
“he who is true”
“that it may not rain during the days of their prophecy. They have power over the waters”
“I have forgiven that one for your sakes in the presence of Christ”
“but God”
“you being gathered together”
“and I saw a star from the sky which had fallen to the earth. The key to the pit of the abyss was given to him.”