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Matthew 2:3 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Matthew 2:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 2 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.”
Matthew 2:3 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 2:3
Herod's troubled reaction reveals the fundamental conflict between earthly kingdoms and God's kingdom. As a usurper with no legitimate claim to David's throne, Herod feared any rival. His trouble parallels the world's ongoing hostility to Christ's rule. That 'all Jerusalem' was troubled shows how even God's people can prefer corrupt stability over God's righteous King when self-interest is threatened.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 2:3
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“they dragged Jason and certain brothers{The word for brothers here and where the context allows may be also correctly translated brothers and sisters or siblings.} before the rulers of the city”
“and said”
“Being grieved that they taught the people”
“they cried out”
“they said”
“they lifted up their voice to God with one accord”
“when Ahab saw Elijah”
“the captain of the temple”