Luke 20:45

Beware of the Scribes

45 In the hearing of all the people, Jesus said to His disciples, ¹

Luke 20:45 Meaning and Commentary

Luke 20:45

Then in the audience of all the people
Whilst they were about him, and hearing him, and for their sakes too; he said unto his disciples;
yea, he spake to the multitude, as well as to the disciples, as appears from ( Matthew 23:1 ) .

Luke 20:45 In-Context

43 until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.”’

44 Thus David calls Him ‘Lord.’ So how can He be David’s son?”

45 In the hearing of all the people, Jesus said to His disciples,

46 “Beware of the scribes. They like to walk around in long robes, and they love the greetings in the marketplaces, the chief seats in the synagogues, and the places of honor at banquets.

47 They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation.”

Cross References

• 1. (Mark 12:38–40)