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Matthew 25:34-45 Parables of the Ten Virgins and the Talents

34 “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world.

35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in,

36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’

37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink?

38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you?

39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’

40 “The King will reply, ‘I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.’

41 “Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.

42 For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me nothing to drink,

43 I was a stranger and you did not invite me in, I needed clothes and you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me.’

44 “They also will answer, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or needing clothes or sick or in prison, and did not help you?’

45 “He will reply, ‘I tell you the truth, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.’

Cross References for Matthew 25:34-45

Ephesians 3:9 - and to make plain to everyone the administration of this mystery, which for ages past was kept ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:9 Click to read the verse Ephesians 3:9

Psalms 149:2 - Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the people of Zion be glad in their King. Click to read the verse Psalms 149:2 Click to read the verse Psalms 149:2

Hebrews 4:3 - Now we who have believed enter that rest, just as God has said, “So I declared on oath in my an... Click to read the verse Hebrews 4:3 Click to read the verse Hebrews 4:3

Isaiah 44:6 - The Lord, Not Idols “This is what the Lord says— Israel’s King and Redeemer, the Lord Almighty:... Click to read the verse Isaiah 44:6 Click to read the verse Isaiah 44:6

Revelation 13:8 - All inhabitants of the earth will worship the beast—all whose names have not been written in th... Click to read the verse Revelation 13:8 Click to read the verse Revelation 13:8

1 Peter 1:19-20 - but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:19-20 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:19-20

Matthew 25:41 - “Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal f... Click to read the verse Matthew 25:41 Click to read the verse Matthew 25:41

1 Thessalonians 2:12 - encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his king... Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 2:12 Click to read the verse 1 Thessalonians 2:12

Galatians 5:21 - and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live l... Click to read the verse Galatians 5:21 Click to read the verse Galatians 5:21

Hebrews 11:16 - Instead, they were longing for a better country—a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to... Click to read the verse Hebrews 11:16 Click to read the verse Hebrews 11:16

Matthew 25:40 - “The King will reply, ‘I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these bro... Click to read the verse Matthew 25:40 Click to read the verse Matthew 25:40

Genesis 12:2-3 - “I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you... Click to read the verse Genesis 12:2-3 Click to read the verse Genesis 12:2-3

Luke 12:32 - “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. Click to read the verse Luke 12:32 Click to read the verse Luke 12:32

Hebrews 12:28 - Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so w... Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:28 Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:28

Hebrews 9:15 - For this reason Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, that those who are called may receive... Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:15 Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:15

Isaiah 6:5 - “Woe to me!” I cried. “I am ruined! For I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people o... Click to read the verse Isaiah 6:5 Click to read the verse Isaiah 6:5

1 Corinthians 6:9 - Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neithe... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 6:9 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 6:9

Titus 1:2 - a faith and knowledge resting on the hope of eternal life, which God, who does not lie, promise... Click to read the verse Titus 1:2 Click to read the verse Titus 1:2

1 Peter 1:4 - and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade—kept in heaven for you, Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:4 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:4

1 Timothy 1:17 - Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and eve... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:17 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 1:17

Matthew 19:29 - And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or fiel... Click to read the verse Matthew 19:29 Click to read the verse Matthew 19:29

Hebrews 1:14 - Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation? Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:14 Click to read the verse Hebrews 1:14

Exodus 23:20 - God’s Angel to Prepare the Way “See, I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you along the ... Click to read the verse Exodus 23:20 Click to read the verse Exodus 23:20

Romans 8:17 - Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we s... Click to read the verse Romans 8:17 Click to read the verse Romans 8:17

Matthew 5:19 - Anyone who breaks one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do the same will... Click to read the verse Matthew 5:19 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:19

Revelation 19:16 - On his robe and on his thigh he has this name written: king of kings and lord of lords. Click to read the verse Revelation 19:16 Click to read the verse Revelation 19:16

Isaiah 9:7 - Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s thro... Click to read the verse Isaiah 9:7 Click to read the verse Isaiah 9:7

Ezekiel 37:24-25 - “‘My servant David will be king over them, and they will all have one shepherd. They will follo... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 37:24-25 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 37:24-25

Malachi 3:17 - “On the day when I act,” says the Lord Almighty, “they will be my treasured possession. I will ... Click to read the verse Malachi 3:17 Click to read the verse Malachi 3:17

Psalms 47:4 - He chose our inheritance for us, the pride of Jacob, whom he loved. Selah Click to read the verse Psalms 47:4 Click to read the verse Psalms 47:4

Genesis 41:32 - The reason the dream was given to Pharaoh in two forms is that the matter has been firmly decid... Click to read the verse Genesis 41:32 Click to read the verse Genesis 41:32

1 Corinthians 2:9 - However, as it is written: “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God h... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:9 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 2:9

Mark 10:40 - but to sit at my right or left is not for me to grant. These places belong to those for whom th... Click to read the verse Mark 10:40 Click to read the verse Mark 10:40

1 Peter 3:9 - Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were ... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:9 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 3:9

John 14:2-3 - In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there... Click to read the verse John 14:2-3 Click to read the verse John 14:2-3

John 17:24 - “Father, I want those you have given me to be with me where I am, and to see my glory, the glor... Click to read the verse John 17:24 Click to read the verse John 17:24

2 Timothy 4:18 - The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom... Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 4:18 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 4:18

John 19:15 - But they shouted, “Take him away! Take him away! Crucify him!” “Shall I crucify your king?” Pil... Click to read the verse John 19:15 Click to read the verse John 19:15

Jeremiah 23:5-6 - “The days are coming,” declares the Lord, “when I will raise up to David a righteous Branch, a ... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 23:5-6 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 23:5-6

Daniel 9:25 - “Know and understand this: From the issuing of the decree to restore and rebuild Jerusalem unti... Click to read the verse Daniel 9:25 Click to read the verse Daniel 9:25

Isaiah 33:22 - For the Lord is our judge, the Lord is our lawgiver, the Lord is our king; it is he who will sa... Click to read the verse Isaiah 33:22 Click to read the verse Isaiah 33:22

Acts 3:26 - When God raised up his servant, he sent him first to you to bless you by turning each of you fr... Click to read the verse Acts 3:26 Click to read the verse Acts 3:26

Ecclesiastes 8:12 - Although a wicked man commits a hundred crimes and still lives a long time, I know that it will... Click to read the verse Ecclesiastes 8:12 Click to read the verse Ecclesiastes 8:12

Isaiah 43:15 - I am the Lord, your Holy One, Israel’s Creator, your King.” Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:15 Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:15

Revelation 21:7 - He who overcomes will inherit all this, and I will be his God and he will be my son. Click to read the verse Revelation 21:7 Click to read the verse Revelation 21:7

Joshua 19:51 - These are the territories that Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun and the heads of the triba... Click to read the verse Joshua 19:51 Click to read the verse Joshua 19:51

Colossians 1:13 - For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son ... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:13 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:13

Psalms 145:1 - Psalm 145 A psalm of praise. Of David. I will exalt you, my God the King; I will praise your na... Click to read the verse Psalms 145:1 Click to read the verse Psalms 145:1

Psalms 24:7-10 - Lift up your heads, O you gates; be lifted up, you ancient doors, that the King of glory may co... Click to read the verse Psalms 24:7-10 Click to read the verse Psalms 24:7-10

Revelation 5:10 - You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign on the ear... Click to read the verse Revelation 5:10 Click to read the verse Revelation 5:10

Ephesians 5:5 - For of this you can be sure: No immoral, impure or greedy person—such a man is an idolater—has ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:5 Click to read the verse Ephesians 5:5

Revelation 22:5 - There will be no more night. They will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, fo... Click to read the verse Revelation 22:5 Click to read the verse Revelation 22:5

Revelation 17:8 - The beast, which you saw, once was, now is not, and will come up out of the Abyss and go to his... Click to read the verse Revelation 17:8 Click to read the verse Revelation 17:8

Matthew 13:43 - Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:43 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:43

Hebrews 9:26 - Then Christ would have had to suffer many times since the creation of the world. But now he has... Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:26 Click to read the verse Hebrews 9:26

Luke 6:20 - Looking at his disciples, he said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Click to read the verse Luke 6:20 Click to read the verse Luke 6:20

Luke 11:28 - He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.” Click to read the verse Luke 11:28 Click to read the verse Luke 11:28

Ephesians 1:4 - For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. ... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:4 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:4

Psalms 98:6 - with trumpets and the blast of the ram’s horn— shout for joy before the Lord, the King. Click to read the verse Psalms 98:6 Click to read the verse Psalms 98:6

John 12:13 - They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, “Hosanna!” “Blessed is he who comes... Click to read the verse John 12:13 Click to read the verse John 12:13

James 2:5 - Listen, my dear brothers: Has not God chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be ... Click to read the verse James 2:5 Click to read the verse James 2:5

Matthew 26:29 - I tell you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink ... Click to read the verse Matthew 26:29 Click to read the verse Matthew 26:29

Zephaniah 3:15 - The Lord has taken away your punishment, he has turned back your enemy. The Lord, the King of I... Click to read the verse Zephaniah 3:15 Click to read the verse Zephaniah 3:15

Matthew 21:5 - “Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a... Click to read the verse Matthew 21:5 Click to read the verse Matthew 21:5

Matthew 13:35 - So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: “I will open my mouth in parables, I will... Click to read the verse Matthew 13:35 Click to read the verse Matthew 13:35

John 1:49 - Then Nathanael declared, “Rabbi, you are the Son of God; you are the King of Israel.” Click to read the verse John 1:49 Click to read the verse John 1:49

Psalms 45:1 - Psalm 45 For the director of music. To the tune of “Lilies.” Of the Sons of Korah. A maskil. A ... Click to read the verse Psalms 45:1 Click to read the verse Psalms 45:1

Colossians 1:12 - giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in... Click to read the verse Colossians 1:12 Click to read the verse Colossians 1:12

Joshua 14:2 - Their inheritances were assigned by lot to the nine-and-a-half tribes, as the Lord had commande... Click to read the verse Joshua 14:2 Click to read the verse Joshua 14:2

James 1:12 - Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will rece... Click to read the verse James 1:12 Click to read the verse James 1:12

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

Galatians 3:13-14 - Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: “Cu... Click to read the verse Galatians 3:13-14 Click to read the verse Galatians 3:13-14

Matthew 5:3-12 - “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Click to read the verse Matthew 5:3-12 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:3-12

Psalms 2:6 - “I have installed my King on Zion, my holy hill.” Click to read the verse Psalms 2:6 Click to read the verse Psalms 2:6

Isaiah 32:1-2 - The Kingdom of Righteousness See, a king will reign in righteousness and rulers will rule with ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 32:1-2 Click to read the verse Isaiah 32:1-2

Matthew 20:23 - Jesus said to them, “You will indeed drink from my cup, but to sit at my right or left is not f... Click to read the verse Matthew 20:23 Click to read the verse Matthew 20:23

1 Samuel 2:10 - those who oppose the Lord will be shattered. He will thunder against them from heaven; the Lord... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 2:10 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 2:10

Matthew 5:3 - “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Click to read the verse Matthew 5:3 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:3

Luke 1:31-33 - You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus. Click to read the verse Luke 1:31-33 Click to read the verse Luke 1:31-33

2 Timothy 2:12 - if we endure, we will also reign with him. If we disown him, he will also disown us; Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 2:12 Click to read the verse 2 Timothy 2:12

Isaiah 52:7 - How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, w... Click to read the verse Isaiah 52:7 Click to read the verse Isaiah 52:7

Luke 19:38 - “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Peace in heaven and glory in the high... Click to read the verse Luke 19:38 Click to read the verse Luke 19:38

Isaiah 64:4 - Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you... Click to read the verse Isaiah 64:4 Click to read the verse Isaiah 64:4

Matthew 27:37 - Above his head they placed the written charge against him: this is jesus, the king of the jews. Click to read the verse Matthew 27:37 Click to read the verse Matthew 27:37

Matthew 10:32 - “Whoever acknowledges me before men, I will also acknowledge him before my Father in heaven. Click to read the verse Matthew 10:32 Click to read the verse Matthew 10:32

Matthew 25:21 - “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few t... Click to read the verse Matthew 25:21 Click to read the verse Matthew 25:21

Matthew 22:11-13 - “But when the king came in to see the guests, he noticed a man there who was not wearing weddin... Click to read the verse Matthew 22:11-13 Click to read the verse Matthew 22:11-13

Acts 15:18 - that have been known for ages. Click to read the verse Acts 15:18 Click to read the verse Acts 15:18

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

John 17:5 - And now, Father, glorify me in your presence with the glory I had with you before the world began. Click to read the verse John 17:5 Click to read the verse John 17:5

Psalms 24:10 - Who is he, this King of glory? The Lord Almighty— he is the King of glory. Selah Click to read the verse Psalms 24:10 Click to read the verse Psalms 24:10

Matthew 5:10 - Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of hea... Click to read the verse Matthew 5:10 Click to read the verse Matthew 5:10

Song of Songs 1:12 - Beloved While the king was at his table, my perfume spread its fragrance. Click to read the verse Song of Songs 1:12 Click to read the verse Song of Songs 1:12

Psalms 47:6 - Sing praises to God, sing praises; sing praises to our King, sing praises. Click to read the verse Psalms 47:6 Click to read the verse Psalms 47:6

Zechariah 9:9-10 - The Coming of Zion’s King Rejoice greatly, O Daughter of Zion! Shout, Daughter of Jerusalem! Se... Click to read the verse Zechariah 9:9-10 Click to read the verse Zechariah 9:9-10

Matthew 25:23 - “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few t... Click to read the verse Matthew 25:23 Click to read the verse Matthew 25:23

1 Peter 1:3-5 - Praise to God for a Living Hope Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In hi... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:3-5 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:3-5

2 Peter 1:11 - and you will receive a rich welcome into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:11 Click to read the verse 2 Peter 1:11

John 19:19-22 - Pilate had a notice prepared and fastened to the cross. It read: jesus of nazareth, the king of... Click to read the verse John 19:19-22 Click to read the verse John 19:19-22

Romans 5:17 - For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will ... Click to read the verse Romans 5:17 Click to read the verse Romans 5:17

1 Peter 4:13 - But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when... Click to read the verse 1 Peter 4:13 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 4:13

Matthew 24:46 - It will be good for that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. Click to read the verse Matthew 24:46 Click to read the verse Matthew 24:46

Psalms 115:13-15 - he will bless those who fear the Lord— small and great alike. Click to read the verse Psalms 115:13-15 Click to read the verse Psalms 115:13-15

Ezekiel 46:16 - “‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: If the prince makes a gift from his inheritance to one ... Click to read the verse Ezekiel 46:16 Click to read the verse Ezekiel 46:16

Luke 22:29 - And I confer on you a kingdom, just as my Father conferred one on me, Click to read the verse Luke 22:29 Click to read the verse Luke 22:29

1 Corinthians 15:50 - I declare to you, brothers, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does th... Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:50 Click to read the verse 1 Corinthians 15:50

Mark 10:17 - The Rich Young Man As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees befor... Click to read the verse Mark 10:17 Click to read the verse Mark 10:17

Deuteronomy 11:23-28 - then the Lord will drive out all these nations before you, and you will dispossess nations larg... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 11:23-28 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 11:23-28

1 Peter 1:9 - for you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls. Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:9 Click to read the verse 1 Peter 1:9

Ephesians 1:3-6 - Spiritual Blessings in Christ Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has... Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:3-6 Click to read the verse Ephesians 1:3-6