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As he taught, he said, "Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes, and to be greeted with respect in the marketplaces,
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and to have the best seats in the synagogues and places of honor at banquets!
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They devour widows' houses and for the sake of appearance say long prayers. They will receive the greater condemnation."
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He sat down opposite the treasury, and watched the crowd putting money into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums.
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A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which are worth a penny.
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