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Matthew 8:4 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Matthew 8:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 8 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Jesus saith unto him, See thou tell no man; but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them.”
Matthew 8:4 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 8:4
Jesus' command to 'tell no man' seems puzzling but reflects His desire to avoid premature messianic expectations and political movements that would interfere with His mission to the cross. The instruction to 'shew thyself to the priest, and offer the gift that Moses commanded' demonstrates Christ's respect for Mosaic law and priestly authority while that system remained valid. This also provided official verification of the miracle, serving 'for a testimony unto them'—either for belief or condemnation depending on response.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 8:4
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“he said to them”
“But go your way, and show yourself to the priest, and offer for your cleansing according to what Moses commanded, for a testimony to them.”
“but the more he commanded them”
“as you depart from there”
“saying”
“don't believe me.”
“And charged them that they should not make him known:”
“and you will be brought before governors and kings for my sake”