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Matthew 9:37 Cross-References
Explore 14 cross-references for Matthew 9:37 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 9 verse 37 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few;”
Matthew 9:37 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 9:37
Jesus offers agricultural metaphor: 'The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few' (Ο μεν θερισμος πολυς οι δε εργαται ολιγοι). 'Harvest' (θερισμος) represents people ready to respond to the gospel—the fields are 'white unto harvest' (John 4:35), indicating readiness and urgency. 'Plenteous' (πολυς) emphasizes abundance: vast numbers need the gospel. However, 'labourers' (εργαται, workers) are 'few' (ολιγοι). The problem isn't lack of receptive people but shortage of workers to reach them. This creates urgency: harvest timing is critical; delay means lost opportunity. The metaphor...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Matthew 9:37
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“The harvest is indeed plentiful, but the laborers are few. Pray therefore to the Lord of the harvest, that he may send out laborers into his harvest.,Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest.,,,,,,,,”
“Go into all the world, and preach the Good News to the whole creation.,And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.,,,,,,,,”
“God's building.”
“'There are yet four months until the harvest?' Behold”
“and make disciples of all nations”
“beginning at Jerusalem.”
“we entreat also that you not receive the grace of God in vain”
“begging him”
“brothers”
“The Lord gave the word: great was the company of those that published it.”