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Which devour widows' houses, and for a pretence make long prayers: these shall receive greater damnation.
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Verse 40 is found in chapter 12 of Mark. Jesus challenges an incomplete understanding of the Messiah’s identity and then highlights the offering of a poor widow. The scene contrasts religious appearance with genuine devotion, placing the value of sacrifice in relation to what it truly costs.
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Compare Mark 12:40 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Deutsch · L1912 sie fressen der Witwen Häuser und wenden langes Gebet vor. Diese werden desto mehr Verdammnis empfangen.
Español · RVR1909 Que devoran las casas de las viudas, y por pretexto hacen largas oraciones. Estos recibirán mayor juicio.
Español · NTBT Devoran las casas de las viudas y hacen largas oraciones para aparentar. Estos recibirán una condenación más severa».
Français · LSG qui dévorent les maisons des veuves, et qui font pour l'apparence de longues prières. Ils seront jugés plus sévèrement.
Italiano · DIO1885 I quali divorano le case delle vedove, e ciò, sotto specie di lunghe orazioni; essi ne riceveranno maggior condannazione
Português · ARC Que devoram as casas das viúvas, e isso com pretexto de largas orações. Estes receberão mais grave condenação.
中文 · RCUV 他們侵吞寡婦的家產，假意作很長的禱告。這些人要受更重的懲罰！」
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