Matthew 23:22 Jesus Denounces the Religious Leaders

22 And he who swears by heaven swears by God’s throne and by the one who sits on it.

Meaning of Matthew 23:22

Matthew 23:22 reveals the reverence and holiness associated with God's throne. It underscores that swearing by heaven ultimately honors God Himself, magnifying His omnipresence and the inseparable connection between heaven and His divine authority. It calls us to recognize the sacredness of our words and their deeper spiritual implications.

Cross References for Matthew 23:22

Psalms 11:4 - The Lord is in his holy temple; the Lord is on his heavenly throne. He observes the sons of men... Click to read the verse Psalms 11:4 Click to read the verse Psalms 11:4

Isaiah 66:1 - Judgment and Hope This is what the Lord says: “Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footsto... Click to read the verse Isaiah 66:1 Click to read the verse Isaiah 66:1

Acts 7:49 - “‘Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool. What kind of house will you build for me?... Click to read the verse Acts 7:49 Click to read the verse Acts 7:49

Revelation 4:2-3 - At once I was in the Spirit, and there before me was a throne in heaven with someone sitting on... Click to read the verse Revelation 4:2-3 Click to read the verse Revelation 4:2-3

Matthew 5:34 - But I tell you, Do not swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God’s throne; Click to read the verse Matthew 5:34 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:34