Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Matthew 8:22 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Matthew 8:22 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 8 verse 22 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But Jesus said unto him, Follow me; and let the dead bury their dead.”
Matthew 8:22 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 8:22
The command 'let the dead bury their dead' uses 'dead' in two senses: the spiritually dead (unbelievers) can care for the physically dead, but the disciple must prioritize spiritual life and kingdom work. This doesn't advocate irresponsibility but establishes hierarchy—Christ's call takes absolute priority over even legitimate earthly obligations. The call to 'follow me' is present, urgent, demanding immediate response without delay for earthly concerns, however pressing they may seem.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 8:22
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“having forgiven us all our trespasses”
“for this”
“Awake, you who sleep, and arise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.”
“made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved)”
“he was determined to go out into Galilee”
“But she that liveth in pleasure is dead while she liveth.”
“he{TR reads Jesus instead of he} saw two brothers: Simon”