1 Thessalonians 5:26

Greet all the brethren with an holy kiss.

Cross-reference

Romans 16:16 contains the identical command to greet with a holy kiss, showing this as a widespread apostolic practice.

1 Corinthians 16:20 repeats the same instruction to greet with a holy kiss, reinforcing it as a standard church custom.

Matthew 26:49 presents Judas' treacherous kiss, contrasting sharply with the holy kiss of Christian fellowship commanded here.

Acts 20:37 Parallel

Acts 20:37 shows believers weeping and kissing Paul—a specific example of affectionate greeting among Christians, embodying the holy kiss command.

2 Corinthians 13:12 repeats the identical command to greet with a holy kiss, reinforcing this early Christian practice.

1 Peter 5:14 echoes the same greeting but calls it a 'kiss of love', adding emphasis on affection within the community.