Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 5:3 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 5:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 5 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Beatitudes
“Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 5:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 5:3
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. This opening beatitude launches Jesus's revolutionary Sermon on the Mount by completely inverting worldly values and human expectations about blessing and happiness. The Greek word μακάριοι (makarioi, "blessed") doesn't merely denote subjective happiness or temporary emotional pleasure but declares objective divine favor, eschatological blessedness, and profound spiritual flourishing that transcends circumstances. It describes those whom God approves, honors, and delights in—a state of ultimate well-being rooted in divine app...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 5:3
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“and [so] all these things came to be”
“but one of lowly spirit gains honor.”
“and saves those who have a crushed spirit.”
“than to divide the plunder with the proud.”
“this man went down to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled”
“who are called by my name”
“O God”
“whose name is Holy: I dwell in the high and holy place”
“and said”
“my beloved brothers. Didn't God choose those who are poor in this world to be rich in faith”