Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 21:17 Cross-References
Explore 15 cross-references for Matthew 21:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 21 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he left them, and went out of the city into Bethany; and he lodged there.”
Matthew 21:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 21:17
He left them, and went out of the city into Bethany; and he lodged there—After confrontation with religious authorities, Jesus withdrew (ἐξῆλθεν, exēlthen) to Bethany, home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus (John 11:1). He lodged there (ηὐλίσθη, ēulisthē) suggests regular nightly retreat from hostile Jerusalem.Jesus's strategic withdrawal illustrates wisdom: He didn't court martyrdom prematurely but waited for the Father's appointed hour (John 7:6). Bethany ('house of affliction' or 'house of figs') became His refuge, foreshadowing the next morning's fig tree encounter (v.18-19). Even the Son of Go...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 21:17
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“about fifteen stadia{15 stadia is about 2.8 kilometers or 1.7 miles} away.”
“it being now evening”
“Lazarus from Bethany”
“and he lifted up his hands”
“and there will be no sign given to it”
“he went out of the city.”
“for they were very much afraid. He entered into the boat”
“to Bethsphage{TR & NU read Bethphage instead of Bethsphage} and Bethany”
“Jesus came to Bethany”
“and a great multitude followed him from Galilee”