Matthew 23:4

For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men's shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Matthew 23:4

BSB
They tie up heavy, burdensome loads and lay them on men's shoulders, but they themselves are not willing to lift a finger to move them.
AKJV
For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men's shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.
CPDV
For they bind up heavy and unbearable burdens, and they impose them on men's shoulders. But they are not willing to move them with even a finger of their own.
ERV
Yea, they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men's shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with their finger.
NHEB
For they bind heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on people's shoulders; but they themselves will not lift a finger to help them.
SMT
For they bind loads heavy and difficult to carry, and put upon men's shoulders; and with their fingers will they not move them.

Commentary for Matthew 23:4

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Overview of Matthew 23:4
Summary
Leaders impose harsh burdens while avoiding personal responsibility
Event
Condemning oppressive practices
Estimated Time Period
c. 30 AD
Category
Judgment