Matthew 23:2

The Passion Translation

“The religious scholars and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat as the authorized interpreters of the Law.

Cross References

Luke 20:46

“Don’t follow the example of these pretentious experts of the law! They love to parade around in their religious garments so that people honor them wherever they go. They like to sit right up front in every meeting and push their way to the head table at every banquet.

Mark 12:38

Jesus also taught the people, “Beware of the religious scholars. They love to parade around in their clergy robes and be greeted with respect on the street.

Matthew 23:3

So listen and follow what they teach, but don’t do what they do, for they tell you one thing and do another.