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Mark 12:39 Cross-References
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“And the chief seats in the synagogues, and the uppermost rooms at feasts:”
Mark 12:39 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 12:39
Jesus continues His warning, exposing scribes' status-seeking: the chief seats in the synagogues (πρωτοκαθεδρίας ἐν ταῖς συναγωγαῖς)—πρωτοκαθεδρία (prōtokathedria) means 'first seats,' the honored positions facing the congregation where leaders sat during worship. These seats signaled authority and garnered respect. Uppermost rooms at feasts (πρωτοκλισίας ἐν τοῖς δείπνοις)—πρωτοκλισία (prōtoklisia) means 'places of honor,' reclining positions closest to the host at banquets. Ancient dining reflected social hierarchy; seating communicated status.The issue isn't seating itself but the love of pr...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 12:39
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