Luke 11:47
The Scripture
(47) Woe unto you! for ye build the sepulchres of the prophets, and your fathers killed them.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus teaches his disciples about the importance of prayer and the nature of God's kingdom, warning that true worship is not of the body but of the heart. He also instructs them to be careful with words, to love their enemies, and to seek the kingdom of God above all else. The passage emphasizes humility, faith, and the kingdom's priorities.
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