Matthew 23:18
The Scripture
(18) And, Whosoever shall swear by the altar, it is nothing; but whosoever sweareth by the gift that is upon it, he is guilty.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus confronts the religious leaders who have turned the kingdom of God into a business, accusing them of hypocrisy and greed. He warns that anyone who does not repent will face divine judgment and calls for humility and repentance over pride. The focus is on the danger of self‑serving religion and the need for true repentance.
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Related verses (shared words)
Matthew 23:16Matthew 5:22Exodus 30:33Numbers 31:19Joshua 2:19Matthew 5:19