Matthew 28:8

Matthew · New Testament · Chapter 28

“And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples word.”Matthew 28:8

What Does Matthew 28:8 Mean?

Matthew 28:8 is found in the book of Matthew, chapter 28, verse 8 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 13 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.

Key themes in this passage include Discipleship.

Cross-References (13)

These passages are connected to Matthew 28:8 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.

Psalms 2:11“Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.”Mark 16:8“And they went out quickly, and fled from the sepulchre; for they trembled and were amazed: neither said they any thing to any man; for they were afraid.”Luke 24:36“And as they thus spake, Jesus himself stood in the midst of them, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you.”John 16:20“Verily, verily, I say unto you, That ye shall weep and lament, but the world shall rejoice: and ye shall be sorrowful, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy.”Ezra 3:12“But many of the priests and Levites and chief of the fathers, who were ancient men, that had seen the first house, when the foundation of this house was laid before their eyes, wept with a loud voice; and many shouted aloud for joy:”John 4:28“The woman then left her waterpot, and went her way into the city, and saith to the men,”John 16:22“And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.”John 20:20“And when he had so said, he shewed unto them his hands and his side. Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the LORD.”Acts 12:14“And when she knew Peter’s voice, she opened not the gate for gladness, but ran in, and told how Peter stood before the gate.”Mark 10:17“And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?”Luke 5:26“And they were all amazed, and they glorified God, and were filled with fear, saying, We have seen strange things to day.”Luke 7:16“And there came a fear on all: and they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, That God hath visited his people.”Luke 8:47“And when the woman saw that she was not hid, she came trembling, and falling down before him, she declared unto him before all the people for what cause she had touched him, and how she was healed immediately.”

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