Matthew 22:8 reveals that the invited guests were not worthy, showing the rejection of the initial invitation.

Proverbs 9:2 describes slaughtering animals and setting the table, closely mirroring the prepared feast in Matthew 22:4.

Luke 14:17 is a parallel account of the same parable with 'everything is now ready'.

Acts 13:46 explicitly states the turn from Jews to Gentiles after rejection, fulfilling the parable's pattern.

Acts 28:17-31 concludes with Paul turning to the Gentiles, echoing the parable's conclusion where the invitation goes to all.

Isaiah 55:2 invites people to eat rich food freely, a strong thematic parallel to God's lavish invitation in the parable.

Proverbs 9:3 has Wisdom sending servants to call people to her feast, similar to the king sending servants to invite.

Zephaniah 1:7 announces the Lord has prepared a sacrifice and consecrated guests, echoing the preparation theme.