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Matthew 25:1-10 Parables of the Ten Virgins and the Talents

1 The Parable of the Ten Virgins
“At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.

2 Five of them were foolish and five were wise.

3 The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil with them.

4 The wise, however, took oil in jars along with their lamps.

5 The bridegroom was a long time in coming, and they all became drowsy and fell asleep.

6 “At midnight the cry rang out: ‘Here’s the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!’

7 “Then all the virgins woke up and trimmed their lamps.

8 The foolish ones said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil; our lamps are going out.’

9 “‘No,’ they replied, ‘there may not be enough for both us and you. Instead, go to those who sell oil and buy some for yourselves.’

10 “But while they were on their way to buy the oil, the bridegroom arrived. The virgins who were ready went in with him to the wedding banquet. And the door was shut.

Cross References for Matthew 25:1-10

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Philippians 2:15-16 - so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depra... Click to read the verse Philippians 2:15-16 Click to read the verse Philippians 2:15-16

Matthew 5:16 - In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise ... Click to read the verse Matthew 5:16 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:16

Daniel 2:44 - “In the time of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroy... Click to read the verse Daniel 2:44 Click to read the verse Daniel 2:44

Matthew 25:6 - “At midnight the cry rang out: ‘Here’s the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!’ Click to read the verse Matthew 25:6 Click to read the verse Matthew 25:6

Luke 12:35 - Watchfulness “Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning, Click to read the verse Luke 12:35 Click to read the verse Luke 12:35

Revelation 14:4 - These are those who did not defile themselves with women, for they kept themselves pure. They f... Click to read the verse Revelation 14:4 Click to read the verse Revelation 14:4

Revelation 4:5 - From the throne came flashes of lightning, rumblings and peals of thunder. Before the throne, s... Click to read the verse Revelation 4:5 Click to read the verse Revelation 4:5

Psalms 45:14 - In embroidered garments she is led to the king; her virgin companions follow her and are brough... Click to read the verse Psalms 45:14 Click to read the verse Psalms 45:14

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John 3:29 - The bride belongs to the bridegroom. The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens fo... Click to read the verse John 3:29 Click to read the verse John 3:29

Titus 2:13 - while we wait for the blessed hope—the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Ch... Click to read the verse Titus 2:13 Click to read the verse Titus 2:13

1 Corinthians 1:7 - Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to b... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:7 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 1:7

2 Corinthians 11:2 - I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. I promised you to one husband, to Christ, so that I... Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 11:2 Click to read the verse 2 Corinthians 11:2

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2 Peter 1:13-15 - I think it is right to refresh your memory as long as I live in the tent of this body, Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:13-15 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:13-15

2 Timothy 4:8 - Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, w... Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 4:8 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 4:8

Isaiah 54:5 - For your Maker is your husband— the Lord Almighty is his name— the Holy One of Israel is your R... Click to read the verse Isaiah 54:5 Click to read the verse Isaiah 54:5

Matthew 9:15 - Jesus answered, “How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while he is with them? The time wil... Click to read the verse Matthew 9:15 Click to read the verse Matthew 9:15

Song of Songs 6:8-9 - Sixty queens there may be, and eighty concubines, and virgins beyond number; Click to read the verse Song of Songs 6:8-9 Click to read the verse Song of Songs 6:8-9

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Revelation 21:2 - I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride... Click to read the verse Revelation 21:2 Click to read the verse Revelation 21:2

Isaiah 62:4-5 - No longer will they call you Deserted, or name your land Desolate. But you will be called Hephz... Click to read the verse Isaiah 62:4-5 Click to read the verse Isaiah 62:4-5

Matthew 22:2 - “The kingdom of heaven is like a king who prepared a wedding banquet for his son. Click to read the verse Matthew 22:2 Click to read the verse Matthew 22:2

Matthew 3:2 - and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.” Click to read the verse Matthew 3:2 Click to read the verse Matthew 3:2

Revelation 19:7 - Let us rejoice and be glad and give him glory! For the wedding of the Lamb has come, and his br... Click to read the verse Revelation 19:7 Click to read the verse Revelation 19:7

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Matthew 4:17 - From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.” Click to read the verse Matthew 4:17 Click to read the verse Matthew 4:17

Ephesians 5:25-33 - Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:25-33 Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:25-33

Luke 21:34-36 - “Be careful, or your hearts will be weighed down with dissipation, drunkenness and the anxietie... Click to read the verse Luke 21:34-36 Click to read the verse Luke 21:34-36

Matthew 18:23 - “Therefore, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. Click to read the verse Matthew 18:23 Click to read the verse Matthew 18:23

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Matthew 13:44-45 - The Parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidde... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:44-45 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:44-45

Matthew 13:47 - The Parable of the Net “Once again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was let down into ... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:47 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:47

Matthew 13:24 - The Parable of the Weeds Jesus told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man ... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:24 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:24

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Acts 20:8 - There were many lamps in the upstairs room where we were meeting. Click to read the verse Acts 20:8 Click to read the verse Acts 20:8

Mark 2:19-20 - Jesus answered, “How can the guests of the bridegroom fast while he is with them? They cannot, ... Click to read the verse Mark 2:19-20 Click to read the verse Mark 2:19-20

Luke 12:35-36 - Watchfulness “Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning, Click to read the verse Luke 12:35-36 Click to read the verse Luke 12:35-36

Luke 5:34-35 - Jesus answered, “Can you make the guests of the bridegroom fast while he is with them? Click to read the verse Luke 5:34-35 Click to read the verse Luke 5:34-35

Psalms 45:9-11 - Daughters of kings are among your honored women; at your right hand is the royal bride in gold ... Click to read the verse Psalms 45:9-11 Click to read the verse Psalms 45:9-11

2 Peter 3:12-13 - as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming. That day will bring about the destr... Click to read the verse 2 Peter 3:12-13 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 3:12-13

Matthew 24:42-51 - “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. Click to read the verse Matthew 24:42-51 Click to read the verse Matthew 24:42-51

John 11:20 - When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home. Click to read the verse John 11:20 Click to read the verse John 11:20