Matthew 23:29
The Scripture
(29) Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! because ye build the tombs of the prophets, and garnish the sepulchres of the righteous,
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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