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Matthew 25:21 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 25:21 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 25 verse 21 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.”
Matthew 25:21 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 25:21
This verse concludes the Parable of the Talents, where a master commends his faithful servant. 'Well done' (εὖ/eu) expresses approval and satisfaction. 'Good and faithful' (ἀγαθὲ καὶ πιστέ/agathe kai piste) describes the servant's character—morally excellent and consistently trustworthy. The commendation focuses on faithfulness 'over a few things' (ἐπὶ ὀλίγα/epi oliga), not success measured by worldly standards. God values faithful stewardship of whatever He entrusts, whether much or little. The reward is greater responsibility: 'I will make thee ruler over many things' (ἐπὶ πολλῶν/epi pollon)...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 25:21
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“He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.”
“let him follow me. Where I am”
“we will also reign with him. If we deny him”
“I will give to him to sit down with me on my throne”
“I will come again”
“I desire that they also whom you have given me be with me where I am”
“which is more precious than gold that perishes even though it is tested by fire”
“the devil is about to throw some of you into prison”