Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 21:1 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Matthew 21:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 21 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
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“And when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples,”
Matthew 21:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 21:1
As Jesus approaches Jerusalem for His final Passover, the narrative states: 'And when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then sent Jesus two disciples.' This geographical precision marks the beginning of Passion Week—the culmination of Jesus's earthly ministry. The phrase 'drew nigh unto Jerusalem' (ἤγγισαν εἰς Ἱεροσόλυμα/ēngisan eis Hierosolyma) carries momentous weight: Jesus deliberately approaches the city that kills prophets (Matthew 23:37), fully aware of what awaits Him. Bethphage (בֵּית פַּגֵּי/'house of unripe figs') was a small villag...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 21:1
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“which is before Jerusalem on the east; and the Mount of Olives will be split in two”
“to Bethsphage{TR & NU read Bethphage instead of Bethsphage} and Bethany”
“which is near Jerusalem”
“the disciples came to him privately”
“Jesus went unto the mount of Olives.”
“and every night he would go out and spend the night on the mountain that is called Olivet.”
“he went on ahead”
“they went out to the Mount of Olives.”
“and went”
“they went out to the Mount of Olives.”