Matthew 23:5-7
Amplified Bible
5 They do all their deeds to be seen by men; for they make their [a]phylacteries (tefillin) wide [to make them more conspicuous] and make their [b]tassels long.(A) 6 They love the place of distinction and honor at feasts and the best seats in the synagogues [those on the platform near the scrolls of the Law, facing the congregation], 7 and to be greeted [with respect] in the market places and public forums, and to have people call them Rabbi.
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- Matthew 23:5 Small cases containing Scripture passages, worn on the left arm and the forehead.
- Matthew 23:5 Tassels (tzitzit) were worn on the garments of all Jewish males, according to the Law.
Matthew 23:5-7
New International Version
5 “Everything they do is done for people to see:(A) They make their phylacteries[a](B) wide and the tassels on their garments(C) long; 6 they love the place of honor at banquets and the most important seats in the synagogues;(D) 7 they love to be greeted with respect in the marketplaces and to be called ‘Rabbi’ by others.(E)
Footnotes
- Matthew 23:5 That is, boxes containing Scripture verses, worn on forehead and arm
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