Matthew 13:17

New Living Translation

I tell you the truth, many prophets and righteous people longed to see what you see, but they didn’t see it. And they longed to hear what you hear, but they didn’t hear it.

Cross References

Luke 10:23

Then when they were alone, he turned to the disciples and said, “Blessed are the eyes that see what you have seen.

Luke 10:24

I tell you, many prophets and kings longed to see what you see, but they didn’t see it. And they longed to hear what you hear, but they didn’t hear it.”

John 8:56

Your father Abraham rejoiced as he looked forward to my coming. He saw it and was glad.”

Hebrews 11:13

All these people died still believing what God had promised them. They did not receive what was promised, but they saw it all from a distance and welcomed it. They agreed that they were foreigners and nomads here on earth.