Matthew 23:19

Ye fools and blind: for whether is greater, the gift, or the altar that sanctifieth the gift?

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 23:19

BSB
You blind men! Which is greater: the gift, or the altar that makes it sacred?
AKJV
You fools and blind: for whether is greater, the gift, or the altar that sanctifies the gift?
CPDV
How blind you are! For which is greater: the gift, or the altar that sanctifies the gift?
ERV
Ye blind: for whether is greater, the gift, or the altar that sanctifieth the gift?
NHEB
You blind people. For which is greater, the gift, or the altar that sanctifies the gift?
SMT
Foolish and blind: for which is the greater, the gift, or the altar, consecrating the gifts?

Commentary for Matthew 23:19

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Matthew 23:19
Summary
Rhetorical question exposes illogical value system
Place
Temple
Event
Rhetorical challenge on value distinctions
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Teaching