Matthew 23:1-7 Then spoke Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,… But, indeed, there was a deeper and worse design than this in it; they did not only aim at splendid and glorious titles, but they did usurp authority and dominion over the consciences of the people, whereof this was but a sign: as amongst us the flag is a sign of the dominion of the seas, so.this title was an indication and sign of that authority which they usurped over the people. (M. Pool.) Parallel Verses KJV: Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,WEB: Then Jesus spoke to the multitudes and to his disciples, |
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