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Matthew 20:6 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Matthew 20:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 20 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And about the eleventh hour he went out, and found others standing idle, and saith unto them, Why stand ye here all the day idle?”
Matthew 20:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 20:6
And about the eleventh hour he went out (περὶ δὲ τὴν ἑνδεκάτην ὥραν ἐξελθών, peri de tēn hendekatēn hōran exelthōn)—The eleventh hour, approximately 5 PM in a workday that began at 6 AM, represents the final opportunity before sunset when work ceased. The master's going out at this late hour demonstrates grace's extravagance, seeking workers when only one hour remains. This hiring seems economically irrational but reveals God's heart.Why stand ye here all the day idle? (τί ὧδε ἑστήκατε ὅλην τὴν ἡμέραν ἀργοί, ti hōde hestēkate holēn tēn hēmeran argoi)—The master's question assumes desire for em...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 20:6
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“while it is day. The night is coming”
“but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherited the promises.”
“but either to tell or to hear some new thing.”
“Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger.”
“do it with your might; for there is no work”
“and rebuking him said”
“this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: pride”