Matthew 20:20

Then came to him the mother of Zebedee’s children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him.

Cross-reference

In Matthew 10:2, James and John are listed as sons of Zebedee — the very sons for whom their mother intercedes.

In Matthew 26:37, Jesus takes James and John — the very sons whose mother made this request — to Gethsemane, showing their close relationship.

Matthew 27:56 Historical context

Matthew 27:56 lists the mother of Zebedee's sons at the cross, showing she is present at the crucifixion mentioned in the prediction.

Matthew 4:21 Historical context

Matthew 4:21 introduces James and John as sons of Zebedee, identifying the same brothers whose mother appears in 20:20.

Mark 10:35 Parallel

Mark 10:35 gives a parallel account where James and John themselves ask Jesus for glory, while Matthew has their mother ask.

In Hebrews 12:2, Jesus sits at God's right hand — the position the mother sought, but only Christ deserves that honor.

Mark 15:40 Historical context

Mark 15:40 names Salome, the mother of James and John, confirming the woman in 20:20 is Salome.

Luke 9:46 Related theme

In Luke 9:46, the disciples argue about greatness — the same ambition behind the mother's request here.

Luke 22:24 Related theme

In Luke 22:24, a dispute about greatness arises again — echoing the ambition seen here.

Luke 5:10 Parallel

In Luke 5:10, James and John are called as disciples — the same brothers whose mother later seeks honor for them.