Matthew 22:1
And Jesus answered and spake unto them again by parables, and said,
Cross-references
In Matthew 13:3-11, Jesus explains why He speaks in parables — the same method used here for the wedding feast.
In Matthew 21:28-46, the parables of the two sons and wicked tenants also depict rejection of God's invitation — directly parallel.
Matthew 9:15 introduces Jesus as the bridegroom; Matthew 22:1's wedding feast parable uses the same bridegroom metaphor for the kingdom. Thematic parallel.
In Matthew 20:1-16, the parable of the vineyard workers also features a master inviting and rewarding — similar kingdom theme.
In Luke 14:16, the parallel parable of the great banquet uses the same invitation and rejection theme.
In Isaiah 25:6, the LORD prepares a lavish banquet for all peoples — the OT image behind this wedding feast parable.