Luke 20:45-47·~1 min
Beware of the Scribes
Jesus warns the disciples to avoid the scribes, who love robes, greetings, seats of honor, and long prayers while taking widows’ houses. He says they will receive greater condemnation.
I45n 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. 47They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation.”
Section summaryIn the hearing of all the people, Jesus warns his disciples against the scribes. They seek public honor, take advantage of widows, and cover abuse with long prayers, so their condemnation is greater.
Role in the chapterThe chapter ends with a public warning against display, privilege, and exploitation among the teachers of the law, spoken for the disciples to hear.