Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 27:18 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Matthew 27:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 27 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For he knew that for envy they had delivered him.”
Matthew 27:18 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 27:18
For he knew that for envy they had delivered him (διὰ φθόνον παρέδωκαν αὐτόν)—The Greek phthonon (envy, jealousy) reveals the true motive behind Jesus's execution. Pilate, pagan though he was, perceived what many miss: religious persecution often stems from envy of another's spiritual authority and following.The chief priests envied Jesus's popularity (Matthew 21:46), His authority ('not as the scribes,' Matthew 7:29), His direct access to God. Envy drove Cain to murder Abel (Genesis 4), Joseph's brothers to sell him (Genesis 37), and Israel's leaders to crucify their Messiah. 'Phthonos is as ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 27:18
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“and anger is overwhelming; but who is able to stand before jealousy?”
“For he knew that the chief priests had delivered him for envy.”
“and all those who were with him (which is the sect of the Sadducees)”
“they were filled with jealousy”
“but his father kept this saying in mind.”
“The Spirit who lives in us yearns jealously?”
“and Aaron”
“your hand is lifted up”
“Again”