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Matthew 9:10 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Matthew 9:10 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 9 verse 10 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And it came to pass, as Jesus sat at meat in the house, behold, many publicans and sinners came and sat down with him and his disciples.”
Matthew 9:10 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 9:10
Jesus eating 'with publicans and sinners' (μετα των τελωνων και αμαρτωλων) was scandalous. Table fellowship in Jewish culture signaled acceptance, intimacy, and shared identity. To eat with someone was to endorse them. 'Publicans' (τελωναι/telōnai, tax collectors) were Jews who collaborated with Rome, extracting taxes plus extra for profit. They were considered traitors and extortioners. 'Sinners' (αμαρτωλοι) likely refers to those living openly immoral lives or violating purity laws. Jesus' willingness to dine with society's outcasts demonstrates radical grace. He doesn't condone their sin bu...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 9:10
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“a persecutor”
“And Levi made him a great feast in his own house: and there was a great company of publicans and of others that sat down with them.”
“that he was reclining at the table in his house”
“what reward do you have? Don't even the tax collectors do the same?”
“but if anyone is a worshipper of God”