Matthew 5:9
Matthew · New Testament · Chapter 5
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.”Matthew 5:9
What Does Matthew 5:9 Mean?
Matthew 5:9 is found in the book of Matthew, chapter 5, verse 9 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Peace (Shalom).
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to Matthew 5:9 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Hebrews 12:14“Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:”James 3:16“For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.”Romans 12:18“If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.”Galatians 5:22“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,”Psalms 120:6“My soul hath long dwelt with him that hateth peace.”Romans 8:14“For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.”James 3:18“And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.”Luke 6:35“But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil.”Romans 14:17“For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.”Psalms 120:7“I am for peace: but when I speak, they are for war.”Ephesians 5:1“Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;”2 Corinthians 13:11“Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.”James 1:19“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:”Psalms 122:6“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee.”2 Timothy 2:22“Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart.”Psalms 82:6“I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High.”Colossians 3:13“Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.”1 Peter 3:11“Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.”Matthew 5:48“Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.”Romans 14:1“Him that is weak in the faith receive ye, but not to doubtful disputations.”
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