Matthew 15:9

But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 15:9

BSB
They worship Me in vain; they teach as doctrine the precepts of men.'"
AKJV
But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men.
CPDV
For in vain do they worship me, teaching the doctrines and commandments of men.' "
ERV
But in vain do they worship me, Teaching as their doctrines the precepts of men.
NHEB
And in vain do they worship me, teaching instructions that are the commandments of humans.'"
SMT
But they worship me in vain, teaching doctrines the commands of men.

Commentary for Matthew 15:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 15:9
Summary
Worship becomes futile through human rules
Event
Describing futile practice
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching