Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 5:7 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 5:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 5 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.”
Matthew 5:7 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 5:7
This beatitude declares 'Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy' (Greek: μακάριοι οἱ ἐλεήμονες, 'blessed the merciful ones'). The blessing operates on the principle of divine reciprocity: those who show mercy (ἐλεέω, compassionate action toward the needy) will themselves receive mercy. This is not salvation by works but a demonstration that genuine faith produces merciful character. The future tense 'shall obtain mercy' (ἐλεηθήσονται, divine passive) indicates God as the source of mercy. Kingdom citizens embody God's mercy because they have experienced it.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 5:7
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“tenderhearted”
“With the merciful thou wilt show thyself merciful”
“even as I had mercy on you?'”
“you will show yourself perfect.”
“For he shall have judgment without mercy”
“as God's chosen ones”
“then peaceful”
“O man”
“and do good”