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Matthew 3:16 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Matthew 3:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 3 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove, and lighting upon him:”
Matthew 3:16 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 3:16
The phrase 'Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water' indicates full immersion. The heavens being 'opened unto him' signals divine revelation and approval. The Spirit of God descending 'like a dove' visibly confirms Jesus' anointing for ministry. This is a profound Trinitarian moment—Father, Son, and Spirit all present and active.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 3:16
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“the spirit of counsel and might”
“when all the people were baptized”
“he saw the heavens parting”
“but for this reason I came baptizing in water: that he would be revealed to Israel.,And I knew him not: but that he should be made manifest to Israel, therefore am I come baptizing with water.,,,,,,,,”
“to proclaim liberty to the captives”
“Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God!”
“in the fourth [month]”
“the assembly”
“For he whom God hath sent speaketh the words of God: for God giveth not the Spirit by measure unto him.”