Matthew 21:8

And a very great multitude spread their garments in the way; others cut down branches from the trees, and strawed them in the way.

Cross-reference

John 12:13 Parallel

John 12:13 specifies that the branches were palm branches and records the Hosanna cry — adding detail to the same crowd scene.

In 2 Kings 9:13, spreading cloaks honors Jehu as king—same gesture used here for Jesus, affirming His royal entry.

Luke 19:36 Parallel

Luke 19:36 describes the same crowd spreading cloaks on the road during Jesus' entry.

John 12:12 Historical context

John 12:12 introduces the same crowd coming for the festival, setting the scene for the triumphal entry.