Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 6:11 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Matthew 6:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 6 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Give us this day our daily bread.”
Matthew 6:11 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 6:11
The prayer shifts from God-centered to human-need petitions: 'Give us this day our daily bread' (Greek: τὸν ἄρτον ἡμῶν τὸν ἐπιούσιον, 'our bread, the daily'). The word ἐπιούσιον (epiousios) is rare, possibly meaning 'daily,' 'necessary for existence,' or 'for the coming day.' This petition acknowledges complete dependence on God's provision, echoing manna in the wilderness (Exodus 16) which was gathered daily. 'This day' emphasizes present trust rather than anxious accumulation. 'Bread' represents all physical necessities, not luxury. This simple request teaches humble dependence and gratitude...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 6:11
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“Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me:”
“Give us day by day our daily bread.”
“It is written, 'Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.'{Deuteronomy 8:3}”
“and suffer hunger”
“'He gave them bread out of heaven{Greek and Hebrew use the same word for heaven”
“Neither have I gone back from the commandment of his lips; I have esteemed the words of his mouth more than my necessary food.”
“He shall dwell on high: his place of defence shall be the munitions of rocks: bread shall be given him; his waters shall be sure.”
“Yahweh's eye is on those who fear him”
“we will be content with that.”
“This is the thing which the LORD hath commanded”