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Matthew 21:15 Cross-References
Explore 19 cross-references for Matthew 21:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 21 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the Son of David; they were sore displeased,”
Matthew 21:15 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 21:15
After cleansing the temple, 'when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the Son of David; they were sore displeased.' The ironic contrast is stark: children recognized and worshiped Jesus as Messiah ('Son of David') while religious leaders burned with indignation. The phrase 'sore displeased' (ἠγανάκτησαν/ēganaktēsan) indicates deep anger and resentment. What provoked this rage? The 'wonderful things' (τὰ θαυμάσια/ta thaumasia)—miracles, likely healings—demonstrated divine power. The children's worship ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 21:15
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“and who followed kept shouting”
“Teacher, rebuke your disciples!”
“for they feared the people.”
“the elders”
“two blind men followed him”
“and sought how they might destroy him. For they feared him”
“the scribes”
“See how you accomplish nothing. Behold, the world has gone after him.”
“he should report it”
“as he was teaching the people in the temple and preaching the Good News”