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Matthew 9:31 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Matthew 9:31 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 9 verse 31 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But they, when they were departed, spread abroad his fame in all that country.”
Matthew 9:31 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 9:31
The healed men disobey Jesus' command: 'But they, when they were departed, spread abroad his fame in all that country' (οι δε εξελθοντες διεφημισαν αυτον εν ολη τη γη εκεινη). Their disobedience seems well-intentioned—gratitude overflowing into testimony. However, obedience matters more than enthusiasm. Their public proclamation creates the very problems Jesus sought to avoid: crowds seeking miracles, intensified opposition, hindered teaching ministry. This illustrates common error: assuming good intentions justify disobedience. Faithful witness requires obedience to Christ's methods and timin...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 9:31
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“but the more he commanded them”
“And the fame hereof went abroad into all that land.”
“See you say nothing to anybody, but go show yourself to the priest, and offer for your cleansing the things which Moses commanded, for a testimony to them.”