Colossians 2:23

23 These have indeed an appearance of wisdom in 1promoting self-made religion and asceticism and severity to the body, but they are 2of no value in stopping the indulgence of the flesh.

Colossians 2:23 In-Context

21 "Do not handle, Do not taste, Do not touch"
22 (referring to things that all perish as they are used)--according to human precepts and teachings?
23 These have indeed an appearance of wisdom in promoting self-made religion and asceticism and severity to the body, but they are of no value in stopping the indulgence of the flesh.

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