Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 5:29 Cross-References
Explore 18 cross-references for Matthew 5:29 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 5 verse 29 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell. offend: or, do cause thee to offend”
Matthew 5:29 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 5:29
Hyperbolic language emphasizes the extreme seriousness of sin and need for radical action. Jesus doesn't command literal self-mutilation but ruthless elimination of sin's occasions. If something causes you to sin, remove it, no matter how valuable. Spiritual purity is worth any earthly sacrifice.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 5:29
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“you must die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body”
“cut it off. It is better for you to enter into life maimed”
“uncleanness”
“that our old man was crucified with him”
“arm yourselves also with the same mind; for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin;”
“And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts.”
“lest by any means”
“to gain the whole world”
“cut it off”
“but whoever will lose his life for my sake”