Mark 12:39

New American Bible - revised edition

seats of honor in synagogues, and places of honor at banquets.

Cross References

Matthew 23:1

Then Jesus spoke to the crowds and to his disciples,

Matthew 23:6

They love places of honor at banquets, seats of honor in synagogues,

Mark 12:38

In the course of his teaching he said, “Beware of the scribes, who like to go around in long robes and accept greetings in the marketplaces,

Mark 12:40

They devour the houses of widows and, as a pretext, recite lengthy prayers. They will receive a very severe condemnation.” The Poor Widow’s Contribution.