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Matthew 23:2 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Matthew 23:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Matthew chapter 23 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Saying, The scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses' seat:”
Matthew 23:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Matthew 23:2
The scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses' seat—the phrase epi tēs Mōuseōs kathedras ekathisan (ἐπὶ τῆς Μωϋσέως καθέδρας ἐκάθισαν) literally means they have seated themselves on Moses's chair. The kathedra (καθέδρα, chair/seat of authority) refers to the teaching office of interpreting Torah. Archaeological evidence confirms actual stone seats in synagogues where teachers sat to instruct.Jesus acknowledges the Pharisees' legitimate teaching authority derived from Mosaic succession while simultaneously preparing to demolish their personal credibility. This paradox—valid office, corrupt officeh...
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Cross-References for Matthew 23:2
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“Beware of the scribes, who like to walk in long robes, and to get greetings in the marketplaces,,And he said unto them in his doctrine, Beware of the scribes, which love to go in long clothing, and love salutations in the marketplaces,,,,,,,,,”
“and they should seek the law at his mouth; for he is the messenger of Yahweh of Armies.”
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“which Yahweh”
“which they had made for the purpose; and beside him stood Mattithiah”