Matthew 15:2

Why do thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 15:2

BSB
"Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the elders? They do not wash their hands before they eat."
AKJV
Why do your disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread.
CPDV
"Why do your disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? For they do not wash their hands when they eat bread."
ERV
Why do thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread.
NHEB
"Why do your disciples disobey the Tradition of the Elders? For they do not wash their hands when they eat bread."
SMT
Wherefore do thy disciples pass by the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread.

Commentary for Matthew 15:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 15:2
Summary
Leaders criticize disciples for breaking customs
Event
Questioning disciples' practices
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Narrative