Mark 12:38

“And he said unto them in his doctrine, Beware of the scribes, which love to go in long clothing, and love salutations in the marketplaces,”

"And he said unto them in his doctrine, Beware of the scribes, which love to go in long clothing, and love salutations in the marketplaces," - Mark 12:38
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What does Mark 12:38 mean?

In the book of Mark, chapter 12, verse 38 of the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, Jesus delivers a scathing criticism of the religious leaders of his time. The verse reads, "Beware of the scribes, which love to go in long clothing, and love salutations in the…

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Beware of the Scribes: A Call to Genuine Faith

Mark 12:38 states, "And he said unto them in his doctrine, Beware of the scribes, which love to go in long clothing, and love salutations in the marketplaces" (KJV). This verse draws our attention to a clear warning from Jesus regarding the religious leaders of His time—the…

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A Prayer for Discernment Against Hypocrisy

Heavenly Father, In the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, I come before You today, humbled and seeking Your wisdom and guidance. I thank You for the precious gift of Your Word, which is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path. I find myself reflecting deeply on…

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