Mark 12:40

40 But they cheat widows and steal their houses and then try to make themselves look good by saying long prayers. They will receive a greater punishment."

Mark 12:40 Meaning and Commentary

Mark 23:40

Which devour widows' houses (See Gill on Matthew 23:14).

Mark 12:40 In-Context

38 Jesus continued teaching and said, "Beware of the teachers of the law. They like to walk around wearing fancy clothes, and they love for people to greet them with respect in the marketplaces.
39 They love to have the most important seats in the synagogues and at feasts.
40 But they cheat widows and steal their houses and then try to make themselves look good by saying long prayers. They will receive a greater punishment."
41 Jesus sat near the Temple money box and watched the people put in their money. Many rich people gave large sums of money.
42 Then a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which were only worth a few cents.
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