Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 5:33 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Matthew 5:33 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 5 verse 33 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Oaths
“Again, ye have heard that it hath been said by them of old time, Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform unto the Lord thine oaths:”
Matthew 5:33 (KJV)
Historical Context for Matthew 5:33
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Commentary on Matthew 5:33
Jesus addresses oath-taking, which Jewish law regulated carefully. Oaths invoked God's name or substitutes to guarantee truthfulness. But the practice had become corrupted—people used lesser oaths they felt free to break while claiming only God-oaths were truly binding.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 5:33
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“you shall not be slack to pay it: for Yahweh your God will surely require it of you; and it would be sin in you.”
“don't defer to pay it; for he has no pleasure in fools. Pay that which you vow.”
“a freewill offering”
“and fulfill them! Let all of his neighbors bring presents to him who is to be feared.”
“or swears an oath to bind his soul with a bond”
“Offer unto God thanksgiving; and pay thy vows unto the most High:”