Matthew 26:51
Matthew · New Testament · Chapter 26
“And, behold, one of them which were with Jesus stretched out his hand, and drew his sword, and struck a servant of the high priest’s, and smote off his ear.”Matthew 26:51
What Does Matthew 26:51 Mean?
Matthew 26:51 is found in the book of Matthew, chapter 26, verse 51 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 11 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (11)
These passages are connected to Matthew 26:51 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
John 18:10“Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest’s servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant’s name was Malchus.”Mark 14:47“And one of them that stood by drew a sword, and smote a servant of the high priest, and cut off his ear.”John 18:36“Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.”2 Corinthians 10:4“(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)”Luke 22:49“When they which were about him saw what would follow, they said unto him, Lord, shall we smite with the sword?”Luke 22:50“And one of them smote the servant of the high priest, and cut off his right ear.”Matthew 26:35“Peter said unto him, Though I should die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples.”Luke 9:55“But he turned, and rebuked them, and said, Ye know not what manner of spirit ye are of.”Luke 22:36“Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.”Matthew 16:22“Then Peter took him, and began to rebuke him, saying, Be it far from thee, Lord: this shall not be unto thee.”Matthew 26:70“But he denied before them all, saying, I know not what thou sayest.”
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