Matthew 12:5
“Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and are blameless?”

What does Matthew 12:5 mean?
Matthew 12:5 from the King James Version of the Bible reads, "Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and are blameless?" This verse is part of a larger passage where Jesus defends his disciples for picking and…
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In Matthew 12:5, Jesus poses a thought-provoking question: "Or have ye not read in the law, how that on the sabbath days the priests in the temple profane the sabbath, and are blameless?" This verse calls us to explore the meaning behind the Sabbath and the application of God’s…
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O Sovereign Lord, our Creator and Sustainer, As we bow our heads before You with humble hearts, we are reminded of Your greatness and the depth of Your wisdom that surpasses all understanding. We come forth today inspired by the words of Your Son, Jesus, as recorded in the book…
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