6 pairs
Matthew 26:2 mentions the Passover, which is rooted in Exodus 12:6 where the Passover lamb is sacrificed. This connection highlights Jesus as the ultimate Passover Lamb.
Thematic focusPassover, Sacrifice, Jesus as the Lamb.
Matthew 26:26 describes Jesus instituting the Lord's Supper, which Paul recounts in 1 Corinthians 11:24, emphasizing the remembrance of Jesus' sacrifice.
Thematic focusCommunion, Remembrance, Sacrifice.
Matthew 26:28 speaks of the new covenant in Jesus' blood, fulfilling the prophecy of a new covenant in Jeremiah 31:31.
Thematic focusNew Covenant, Fulfillment of Prophecy.
Matthew 26:31 quotes Zechariah 13:7, where the shepherd is struck and the sheep are scattered, predicting the disciples' desertion of Jesus.
Thematic focusProphecy, Betrayal, Fulfillment.
Matthew 26:39 shows Jesus praying in Gethsemane, which is echoed in Hebrews 5:7, highlighting His reverent submission and suffering.
Thematic focusPrayer, Submission, Suffering.
Matthew 26:64 refers to the Son of Man coming on the clouds, a direct reference to Daniel 7:13, affirming Jesus' divine authority and messianic identity.
Thematic focusMessiah, Divine Authority, Prophecy.