Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 8:11 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 8:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 8 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I say unto you, That many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 8:11 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 8:11
Jesus' statement that Gentiles from 'east and west' will sit with the patriarchs in the kingdom was shocking to Jewish listeners who assumed ethnic privilege guaranteed salvation. This prophesies the gospel going to all nations and Gentile inclusion in God's covenant people. The language of reclining at table with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob depicts the messianic banquet, the consummated kingdom. Faith, not ethnicity, determines covenant membership—anticipating Paul's doctrine that true Israel is defined spiritually, not ethnically (Romans 9:6-8).
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 8:11
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“when you see Abraham”
“and fellow members of the body”
“the Gentiles in the flesh”
“my name is great among the nations”
“there is neither slave nor free man”
“it will happen that the mountain of Yahweh's temple will be established on the top of the mountains”
“they held their peace”
“and they will gather together his chosen ones from the four winds”
“as many as came with Peter”
“whom the lord will find watching when he comes. Most certainly I tell you”