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Cross-References — Luke 2

6 pairs

  1. Luke 2:7referencesIsaiah 7:14

    Luke 2:7 describes the birth of Jesus, fulfilling the prophecy in Isaiah 7:14 about a virgin giving birth to Immanuel, meaning 'God with us.'

    Thematic focusFulfillment of Prophecy, Incarnation.

  2. Luke 2:10-11referencesMatthew 1:21

    The angel's announcement in Luke 2:10-11 of a Savior being born echoes the message in Matthew 1:21, where Jesus is named as the one who will save His people from their sins.

    Thematic focusSalvation, Good News.

  3. Luke 2:14referencesIsaiah 9:6

    The angelic proclamation of peace in Luke 2:14 is connected to Isaiah 9:6, which speaks of the coming Prince of Peace.

    Thematic focusPeace, Messianic Prophecy.

  4. Luke 2:25-32referencesIsaiah 42:6

    Simeon's declaration in Luke 2:25-32 about Jesus being a light for revelation to the Gentiles aligns with Isaiah 42:6, which speaks of the Servant as a light to the nations.

    Thematic focusLight to the Gentiles, Fulfillment of Prophecy.

  5. Luke 2:34-35referencesJohn 19:34

    Simeon's prophecy in Luke 2:34-35 about the piercing of Mary's soul foreshadows the crucifixion of Jesus, as seen in John 19:34 when Jesus' side is pierced.

    Thematic focusSuffering, Prophecy, Crucifixion.

  6. Luke 2:49referencesJohn 2:16

    Jesus' statement in Luke 2:49 about being in His Father's house is echoed in John 2:16, where He cleanses the temple, emphasizing His zeal for His Father's house.

    Thematic focusDivine Sonship, Zeal for God's House.

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