Matthew 13:54
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Matthew 13:54 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Matthew 13:54 is a verse from the book of Matthew in the New Testament. The NIV reads: "Coming to his hometown, he began teaching the people in their synagogue, and they were amazed. “Where did this man get t..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Matthew 13:54 — NIV
“Coming to his hometown, he began teaching the people in their synagogue, and they were amazed. “Where did this man get this wisdom and these miraculous powers?” they asked.”
— Matthew 13:54 (NIV)
Cross-References for Matthew 13:54
“When the Sabbath came, he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed. “Where did this man get these things?” they asked. “What’s this wisdom that has been given him? What are these remarkable miracles he is performing?”
Parallel account of Jesus teaching in his hometown synagogue.
“He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. He stood up to read,”
Similar account of Jesus teaching in his hometown, though a different event.
“And they were offended by him. But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own town and in his own home.””
Contextually related verse about the people's reaction to Jesus' teaching.
“They said, “Is this not Jesus, the son of Joseph, whose father and mother we know? How can he now say, ‘I came down from heaven’?””
Shares the theme of people questioning Jesus' origins and authority.
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