Matthew 20:8
So when even was come, the lord of the vineyard saith unto his steward, Call the labourers, and give them their hire, beginning from the last unto the first.
Cross-references
Matthew 25:19
Parallel
Matthew 25:19 shows a master returning to settle accounts — directly parallels the owner coming to pay workers at the close of day.
Luke 10:7
Parallel
Luke 10:7 states 'the worker deserves his wages,' reinforcing the principle of fair payment that underlies the parable.
Deuteronomy 24:15
Allusion
Deuteronomy 24:15 commands paying wages daily, a law that the parable's payment at day's end illustrates and upholds.
Romans 2:6–10
Contrast
Romans 2:6-10 describes God repaying each according to works — a contrast to the parable's equal pay regardless of effort.
2 Corinthians 5:10
Contrast
2 Corinthians 5:10 speaks of receiving what is due for deeds done — stands in contrast to the parable's surprising equal reward.
Luke 12:42
Parallel
Luke 12:42 describes a faithful manager appointed by his master, similar to the foreman entrusted with paying the workers.