Mark 12:40

Which devour widows' houses, and for a pretence make long prayers: these shall receive greater damnation.

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Other Translations for Mark 12:40

BSB
They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation."
AKJV
Which devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayers: these shall receive greater damnation.
CPDV
who devour the houses of widows under the pretense of long prayers. These shall receive the more extensive judgment."
ERV
they which devour widows' houses, and for a pretence make long prayers; these shall receive greater condemnation.
NHEB
those who devour widows' houses, and for a pretense make long prayers. These will receive greater condemnation."
SMT
They eating in widows' houses, and praying long for a pretext: these shall receive more abundant judgment.

Commentary for Mark 12:40

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Mark 12:40
Summary
Fraudulent leaders face severe punishment
Place
Temple
Event
Pronouncing judgment on scribes
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Judgment