Cross-References — Mark 6

5 pairs

1. Mark 6:4→referencesJohn 4:44

   In Mark 6:4, Jesus states that a prophet is not without honor except in his hometown, which is echoed in John 4:44, highlighting the theme of rejection by one's own people.

   Thematic focusRejection, Prophetic Honor.

   • #Rejection
   • #Prophet
   • #Honor

2. Mark 6:7→referencesMatthew 10:1

   Mark 6:7 describes Jesus sending out the twelve apostles two by two with authority over unclean spirits, paralleling Matthew 10:1 where Jesus gives them authority over unclean spirits and to heal every disease.

   Thematic focusApostolic Mission, Authority.

   • #Apostles
   • #Mission
   • #Authority

3. Mark 6:34→referencesMatthew 9:36

   Mark 6:34 shows Jesus' compassion for the crowd, seeing them as sheep without a shepherd, similar to Matthew 9:36, emphasizing His role as the compassionate shepherd.

   Thematic focusCompassion, Shepherd.

   • #Compassion
   • #Shepherd
   • #Jesus

4. Mark 6:41→referencesJohn 6:11

   Mark 6:41 describes Jesus blessing and breaking the loaves before feeding the 5,000, which is also detailed in John 6:11, highlighting the miracle of provision.

   Thematic focusMiracle, Provision.

   • #Miracle
   • #Provision
   • #Feeding5000

5. Mark 6:50→referencesMatthew 14:27

   In Mark 6:50, Jesus tells His disciples to take courage and not be afraid as He walks on water, a reassurance also found in Matthew 14:27, emphasizing His divine authority over nature.

   Thematic focusDivine Authority, Courage.

   • #DivineAuthority
   • #Courage
   • #Jesus

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