Luke 2:14

Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

Cross-reference

Luke 2:28 Parallel

In Luke 2:28, Simeon blesses God upon seeing Jesus — both are immediate responses of praise to the newborn Messiah.

Luke 19:38 Parallel

In Luke 19:38, the crowd echoes 'peace in heaven and glory in the highest'—a direct parallel to the angels' song.

Luke 1:79 Parallel

In Luke 1:79, peace is promised through the rising sun—connecting to the angels' 'on earth peace' with Christ's arrival.

Micah 5:5 Prophetic fulfillment

Micah 5:5 says the ruler from Bethlehem 'shall be peace' — the angelic announcement declares that peace has come.

Acts 10:36 Parallel

Acts 10:36 speaks of the good news of peace through Jesus Christ — the same peace the angels announced.

John 14:27 Parallel

John 14:27 records Jesus giving his own peace — the peace proclaimed at his birth is the peace he personally bestows.

John 3:16 Related theme

John 3:16 reveals God's love in sending His Son—the ultimate expression of the 'goodwill' toward men proclaimed at Jesus' birth.

Romans 5:1 Parallel

Romans 5:1 explains that justification by faith brings peace with God — the peace on earth is this reconciled relationship.

2 Corinthians 5:18-19 describes reconciliation through Christ — the angelic peace announcement is the message of reconciliation.

Ephesians 2:14-18 shows Christ as our peace, breaking hostility and reconciling us to God—fulfilling the peace announced at His birth.

In Isaiah 44:23, heavens and earth sing because the Lord redeemed Jacob—the angels' song heralds that redemption through Christ.

Isaiah 9:7 Prophetic fulfillment

In Isaiah 9:7, his government and peace will have no end—extending the peace proclaimed by the angels into an eternal kingdom.

Isaiah 9:6 Prophetic fulfillment

In Isaiah 9:6, a child is born who will be Prince of Peace—prophesying the very peace the angels announce.

In Psalm 96:11-13, heavens and earth rejoice at the Lord's coming—the angels' song at Christ's birth is that rejoicing.

Colossians 1:20 declares Christ's blood makes peace and reconciles all things—accomplishing the peace proclaimed by the angels.

Titus 3:4-7 describes the kindness and love of God appearing to save us—directly echoing the 'goodwill' announced at Jesus' birth.

In Psalm 85:9-12, glory dwells in the land and peace kisses righteousness—the angels' announcement of peace on earth fulfills that vision.

1 John 4:9 Parallel

1 John 4:9 says God's love was made manifest by sending His Son—the very 'goodwill toward men' proclaimed at Jesus' birth.

In Ephesians 2:17, Christ came preaching peace — the very peace the angels proclaimed to earth at His birth.

Psalm 72:7 Prophetic fulfillment

Psalm 72:7 prophesies peace abounding under the Messiah's reign; the angels announce that this peace has arrived on earth through Christ's birth.

In Romans 10:15, Paul quotes 'the feet of those who bring good news of peace' — directly echoing the angels' peace proclamation at Jesus' birth.

Philippians 4:7 Related theme

In Philippians 4:7, Paul speaks of 'the peace of God' that guards hearts — the same divine peace the angels announced.

Mark 11:10 Parallel

In Mark 11:10, 'Hosanna in the highest' repeats the acclamation from the angels here, connecting Jesus' birth and his entry.

In Matthew 21:9, the crowd shouts 'Hosanna in the highest' — the same phrase 'in the highest' links the angelic praise to the Triumphal Entry.

Nahum 1:15 Allusion

In Nahum 1:15, the herald of peace is announced — this same peace is proclaimed by the angels at Jesus' birth.

1 Chronicles 16:31 calls heaven and earth to rejoice at God's reign — exactly what the angels proclaim at Christ's birth.

Psalm 103:20 calls angels to bless the Lord; in Luke, the angels are actively blessing God with 'Glory to God in the highest'.

Psalm 85:11 Allusion

Psalm 85:11 depicts heaven and earth joining; the angels' song connects glory in heaven with peace on earth, mirroring that union.

John 17:4 Parallel

In John 17:4, Jesus says he has glorified the Father on earth—fulfilling the glory the angels proclaimed at his birth.

In Revelation 5:13, all creation ascribes glory to God and the Lamb—a cosmic echo of the angels' praise at Christ's birth.

Revelation 12:12 announces woe to the earth due to the devil — a stark contrast to the peace proclaimed in Luke 2:14.

1 John 4:10 Parallel

1 John 4:10 reveals that the 'good will' (favor) proclaimed here stems from God's love sending Christ as propitiation for sins.

Psalm 85:10 Allusion

Psalm 85:10 personifies peace and righteousness meeting; the angels proclaim peace on earth as a sign of God's favor and righteousness.

In Philippians 2:11, every tongue confesses Jesus as Lord to God's glory—fulfilling the peace and glory proclaimed at his birth.

In Isaiah 49:13, creation rejoices as God comforts his people—echoing the angelic praise for glory and peace at Christ's birth.

John 16:33 Parallel

In John 16:33, Jesus promises peace in him — the same peace announced by the angels is now given through Christ.

2 Thessalonians 3:16 invokes the same 'Lord of peace' who gives peace at all times — echoing the angelic announcement of peace on earth.

Hebrews 13:20 Related theme

Hebrews 13:20 calls God the 'God of peace' who raised Jesus—linking the peace announced at birth to the resurrection.

2 Corinthians 9:15 Related theme

In 2 Corinthians 9:15, Paul thanks God for His inexpressible gift (Jesus) — the very gift the angels announced at His birth.

Haggai 2:9 Allusion

In Haggai 2:9, God promises glory and peace for the temple — echoing the themes of glory and peace in the angelic announcement.