Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 6:19 Cross-References
Explore 19 cross-references for Matthew 6:19 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 6 verse 19 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Treasures in Heaven
“Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:”
Matthew 6:19 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 6:19
Jesus commands a radical reorientation of values: 'Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal' (Greek: μὴ θησαυρίζετε ὑμῖν θησαυροὺς ἐπὶ τῆς γῆς, 'do not treasure up treasures upon the earth'). The verb θησαυρίζω means to store up or accumulate. Jesus identifies three threats to earthly wealth: moths (destroying clothing/fabric), rust (βρῶσις, literally 'eating,' possibly oxidation or vermin), and thieves. All earthly treasures are temporary and vulnerable. The command isn't against possessions per se but against ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 6:19
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“content with such things as you have”
“neither the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world”
“and is not rich toward God.,So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God.,,,,,,,,”
“show restraint.”
“you rich”
“to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.”
“but righteousness delivers from death.”
“nor have their hope set on the uncertainty of riches”
“he said to him”
“we will be content with that.”