Matthew 23:2

Contemporary English Version 1995

The Pharisees and the teachers of the Law are experts in the Law of Moses.

Cross References

Luke 20:46

Guard against the teachers of the Law of Moses! They love to walk around in long robes, and they like to be greeted in the market. They want the front seats in the synagogues and the best seats at banquets.

Mark 12:38

As Jesus was teaching, he said: Guard against the teachers of the Law of Moses! They love to walk around in long robes and be greeted in the market.

Malachi 2:7

You priests should be eager to spread knowledge, and everyone should come to you for instruction, because you speak for me, the Lord All-Powerful.

Ezra 7:25

Ezra, use the wisdom God has given you and choose officials and leaders to govern the people of Western Province. These leaders should know God's laws and have them taught to anyone who doesn't know them.

Deuteronomy 33:3

The Lord loves the tribes of Israel, and he protects his people. They listen to his words and worship at his feet. *

Matthew 23:3

So obey everything they teach you, but don't do as they do. After all, they say one thing and do something else.