Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 23:6 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Matthew 23:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 23 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues,”
Matthew 23:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 23:6
And love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues—the verb philousin (φιλοῦσιν, they love) reveals not mere acceptance but craving for honor. Prōtoklisian (πρωτοκλισίαν, first reclining place) at feasts and prōtokathedrias (πρωτοκαθεδρίας, first seats) in synagogues both emphasize prōtos (πρῶτος, first/chief)—the Pharisees' obsession with social rank and public recognition.In ancient banquets, seating reflected social hierarchy; the closer to the host, the greater the honor. Synagogue seating likewise communicated status, with leaders facing the congregation. Jesus ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 23:6
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“but Diotrephes”
“Beware of the scribes, who like to walk in long robes, and to get greetings in the marketplaces,,And he said unto them in his doctrine, Beware of the scribes, which love to go in long clothing, and love salutations in the marketplaces,,,,,,,,,”
“and the greetings in the marketplaces.”
“when he noticed how they chose the best seats”
“or claim a place among great men;”
“don't hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ of glory with partiality.”
“What do you want? She said to him”
“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;”