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Matthew 5:47 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Matthew 5:47 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 5 verse 47 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so?”
Matthew 5:47 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 5:47
Greeting only your brothers is ordinary behavior that even pagans practice. Christians must exceed this baseline, showing kindness to outsiders, strangers, and enemies. This distinctive love becomes visible witness to the transforming power of the gospel and God's indiscriminate grace.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 5:47
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“there is no way you will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven.”
“what credit is that to you? For even sinners love those who love them.”
“when you sin”
“nor wallet”
“greet it.”