Luke 10:38

Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house.

Cross-references

John 11:1–5 Historical context

John 11:1-5 introduces Martha, Mary, and Lazarus as those Jesus loved — the same family who hosted Jesus in Luke 10:38.

John 12:1–3 Historical context

John 12:1-3 shows Martha serving again and Mary anointing Jesus — a later visit that continues their relationship with Jesus.

John 12:2 Parallel

John 12:2 shows the same Martha serving at a dinner for Jesus, reinforcing her role as the hospitable hostess.

Matthew 21:17 Historical context

Matthew 21:17 confirms Jesus lodged in Bethany — the same village where Martha and Mary lived here.

2 John 1:10 Contrast

2 John 1:10 warns not to receive false teachers — Martha receives the true teacher Jesus here, creating a contrast.

Genesis 18:6 shows Abraham hurriedly preparing a meal for divine visitors — Martha similarly busies herself serving Jesus.

Acts 16:15 Parallel

Acts 16:15 shows Lydia inviting Paul into her home — a parallel to Martha welcoming Jesus here.