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Matthew 25:9 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Matthew 25:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 25 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.”
Matthew 25:9 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 25:9
But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you—the wise virgins' refusal seems harsh but reflects spiritual reality: they cannot transfer their oil. But go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves (πορεύεσθε μᾶλλον πρὸς τοὺς πωλοῦντας καὶ ἀγοράσατε ἑαυταῖς, poreuesthe mallon pros tous pōlountas kai agorasate heautais).The command to 'buy' may allude to Isaiah 55:1—'buy wine and milk without money'—seeking salvation while it may be found. The counsel is not cruel but truthful: each must personally obtain spiritual life. However, the tragic irony is tha...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 25:9
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“nor give God a ransom for him.”
“'I am rich”
“Seek ye the LORD while he may be found”
“everyone who thirsts”
“Daniel”
“Though Moses and Samuel stood before me”
“your wickedness”
“Noah”