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Matthew 18:2 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Matthew 18:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 18 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them,”
Matthew 18:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 18:2
And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them. This verse is Jesus' dramatic response to the disciples' question about greatness in the kingdom of heaven (v. 1). The Greek verb "called" (proskaleō, προσκαλέω) suggests summoning with authority and affection. Jesus deliberately placed a paidion (παιδίον, small child) as a living illustration at the center of attention.The action of setting the child "in the midst" (en mesō, ἐν μέσῳ) is theatrical and purposeful—the child becomes the focal point, reversing normal social order where children occupied marginal positions...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 18:2
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“that he should lay his hands on them and pray; and the disciples rebuked them.”
“and set him in the midst of them. Taking him in his arms”
“Yahweh my God”
“Don't say”