Hermeneutics 5

5-Let Scripture interpret itself (analogia Scriptura). Many biblical writers and Jesus Himself may be seen "proving" a teaching by appealing to the Bible. Jesus explained the doctrine of the resurrection from Moses (Ex. 3:6; Luke 20:37). He affirmed His identity as Lord by referring to Ps. 110:1 (Luke 20:41-44).  In Romans, Paul verifies and explains his gospel message (which came to be written in the four canonical Gospels) by referring to dozens of OT passages. 

Today, many Bibles have cross-references that point out similarities and convergences between various biblical passages. Cross-references illustrate the principle Scriptura sacra sui ipsius interpres (sacred Scripture interprets itself). When struggling with the meaning of one passage, seek help in related passages.