Matthew 23:26
“Thou blind Pharisee, cleanse first that which is within the cup and platter, that the outside of them may be clean also.”
What does Matthew 23:26 mean?
Matthew 23:26 (KJV) states, "Thou blind Pharisee, cleanse first that which is within the cup and platter, that the outside of them may be clean also." This verse is part of a larger passage in which Jesus is condemning the scribes and Pharisees for their hypocrisy and lack of…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Heart of Cleanliness: Inner Purity Over Outer Presentation
In Matthew 23:26, we encounter a profound admonition from Jesus directed at the religious leaders of His time: "Thou blind Pharisee, cleanse first that which is within the cup and platter, that the outside of them may be clean also." This verse not only captures the essence of…
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Heavenly Father, As I bow my head before You, I am reminded of Your piercing words, spoken in Matthew 23:26, "Thou blind Pharisee, cleanse first that which is within the cup and platter, that the outside of them may be clean also." Lord, I come to You today seeking not just the…
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