Bible Verse Lookup
Mark 12:38
Chapter 12
38
Invective Against the Scribes 38 As he was teaching, he also told them: “Beware of those teachers of the law who enjoy walking around in long robes and being greeted in the marketplace;
Invective Against the Scribes 38 As he was teaching, he also told them: “Beware of those teachers of the law who enjoy walking around in long robes and being greeted in the marketplace;
Commentaries
Invective Against the Scribes.
The scribes and teachers of the law were respected and appreciated by the people. However, Jesus denounces them as hypocrites, corrupt, and swindlers who exploit the faith of the people to serve their own petty interests.