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Matthew 21:8 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Matthew 21:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 21 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And a very great multitude spread their garments in the way; others cut down branches from the trees, and strawed them in the way.”
Matthew 21:8 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 21:8
A very great multitude spread their garments in the way—Ancient enthronement ritual (2 Kings 9:13). The Greek πλεῖστος ὄχλος (pleistos ochlos) means 'the vast majority.' Others cut down branches from the trees, and strawed them in the way—likely palm fronds (John 12:13), symbols of Jewish nationalism and victory since the Maccabean revolt.The crowd enacted coronation ceremony for Jesus as Davidic king, yet within days would cry 'Crucify him!' This fickle adoration reveals human hearts: eager for a political deliverer to overthrow Rome, unwilling to embrace a suffering Messiah who demands heart...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 21:8
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“and took every man his garment”
“branches of palm trees”
“and went out to meet him”