Mark 12:39

New Century Version

They love to have the most important seats in the synagogues and at feasts.

Cross References

Matthew 23:1

Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his followers,

Matthew 23:6

Those Pharisees and teachers of the law love to have the most important seats at feasts and in the synagogues.

Mark 12:38

Jesus continued teaching and said, “Beware of the teachers of the law. They like to walk around wearing fancy clothes, and they love for people to greet them with respect in the marketplaces.

Mark 12:40

But they cheat widows and steal their houses and then try to make themselves look good by saying long prayers. They will receive a greater punishment.”