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Matthew 25:12 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Matthew 25:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 25 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not.”
Matthew 25:12 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 25:12
But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not (Ἀμὴν λέγω ὑμῖν, οὐκ οἶδα ὑμᾶς, Amēn legō hymin, ouk oida hymas). The bridegroom's response is chilling: I know you not (οὐκ οἶδα, ouk oida)—not mere lack of acquaintance but covenantal repudiation. In biblical usage, 'knowing' implies intimate relationship (Genesis 4:1, Amos 3:2, John 10:14). Christ's denial—'I never knew you' (Matthew 7:23)—means no saving relationship existed despite external religious participation.This is the parable's devastating conclusion: entrance to the kingdom depends not on profession, association, or ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 25:12
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“and I know them”
“having this seal”
“the same is known by him.”
“'We ate and drank in your presence”
“but the way of the wicked shall perish.”
“but if anyone is a worshipper of God”
“The foolish shall not stand in thy sight: thou hatest all workers of iniquity.”
“and who cannot look on perversity”
“or rather to be known by God”