John 20:1referencesMatthew 28:1
Both passages describe the discovery of the empty tomb by Mary Magdalene and other women, highlighting the resurrection of Jesus.
Thematic focusResurrection, Witness of Women.
Cross-References — John 20
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John 20:17referencesHebrews 2:11
Jesus refers to His disciples as 'brothers' in John 20:17, which aligns with Hebrews 2:11 where Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers, emphasizing the familial relationship believers have with Christ.
Thematic focusFamily of God, Brotherhood in Christ.
John 20:19referencesLuke 24:36
Both passages describe Jesus appearing to His disciples after His resurrection, offering them peace and showing His wounds as proof of His identity.
Thematic focusPeace, Resurrection Appearances.
John 20:22referencesActs 2:4
In John 20:22, Jesus breathes on the disciples and tells them to receive the Holy Spirit, which is fulfilled at Pentecost in Acts 2:4 when they are filled with the Holy Spirit.
Thematic focusHoly Spirit, Empowerment.
John 20:28referencesPhilippians 2:11
Thomas's declaration of Jesus as 'My Lord and my God' in John 20:28 parallels Philippians 2:11, where every tongue confesses that Jesus Christ is Lord, affirming His divinity.
Thematic focusDivinity of Christ, Confession of Faith.
John 20:29references1 Peter 1:8
John 20:31references1 John 5:13
John 20:31 states the purpose of the Gospel is to believe in Jesus and have life in His name, similar to 1 John 5:13, which assures believers of eternal life through faith in Jesus.
Thematic focusPurpose of Scripture, Eternal Life.