Matthew 23:35
The Scripture
(35) That upon you may come all the righteous blood shed upon the earth, from the blood of righteous Abel unto the blood of Zacharias son of Barachias, whom ye slew between the temple and the altar.
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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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 9:5Genesis 9:6Numbers 35:33Deuteronomy 21:7Deuteronomy 21:8II Kings 21:16II Kings 24:4Isaiah 26:21Jeremiah 2:30Jeremiah 2:34Jeremiah 26:15Jeremiah 26:23
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