Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 5:15 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Matthew 5:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 5 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. a bushel: the word in the original signifieth a measure containing about a pint less than a peck”
Matthew 5:15 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 5:15
After declaring disciples to be light, Jesus commands them to shine publicly. A city on a hill cannot be hidden—it's visible from all directions. Christians are not called to private faith but public witness. Hiding one's light denies the very purpose of being illuminated by Christ.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 5:15
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“Is the lamp brought to be put under a basket{literally, a modion, a dry measuring basket containing about a peck (about 9 litres)} or under a bed? Isn't it put on a stand?,And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed? and not to be set on a candlestick?,,,,,,,,”
“Speak unto Aaron and say unto him”
“and they shall light its lamps to give light to the space in front of it.”