Cross References

Mark 12:39

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

the best seats in the synagogues, and the places of honour at banquets.

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Then Jesus spoke to the crowds and to his disciples:

They love the place of honour at banquets, the front seats in the synagogues,

He also said in his teaching, ‘Beware of the scribes, who want to go around in long robes and who want greetings in the marketplaces,

They devour widows’ houses and say long prayers just for show. These will receive harsher judgement.’