Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 25:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 25:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 25 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Parable of the Ten Virgins
“Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.”
Matthew 25:1 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 25:1
The parable's opening 'Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom' uses a wedding metaphor for Christ's return. The ten virgins represent those professing faith awaiting Christ (bridegroom). All had lamps (external profession) but only five had oil (genuine faith/Spirit). The delayed bridegroom tests perseverance. This parable warns that external religious participation doesn't guarantee salvation—genuine preparation is essential.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 25:1
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“for you don't know in what hour your Lord comes.”
“children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation”
“and let us give the glory to him. For the marriage of the Lamb has come”
“who were loaded with the seven last plagues came”
“who stands and hears him”
“New Jerusalem”
“For thy Maker is thine husband; the LORD of hosts is his name; and thy Redeemer the Holy One of Israel; The God of the whole earth shall he be called.”
“saying”
“for they are virgins. These are those who follow the Lamb wherever he goes. These were redeemed by Jesus from among men”