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Matthew 19:15 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Matthew 19:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 19 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he laid his hands on them, and departed thence.”
Matthew 19:15 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 19:15
And he laid his hands on them (ἐπέθηκεν τὰς χεῖρας αὐτοῖς, epethēken tas cheiras autois)—This physical touch conveys blessing, identification, and spiritual impartation. The laying on of hands appears throughout Scripture in contexts of ordination, healing, and blessing (Gen. 48:14, Acts 6:6, 1 Tim. 4:14). Jesus's deliberate touch contradicted rabbinic protocol that minimized contact with children and women.The phrase and departed thence marks a transition after Jesus's emphatic defense of children's spiritual value. Having rebuked the disciples for hindering the children (v. 14), Jesus now de...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 19:15
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“and blessed them”
“you have known the sacred writings which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith”
“and the unbelieving wife is sanctified in the husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean”
“and carry them in his bosom. He will gently lead those who have their young.”