Mark 12:40

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

They defraud widows of their houses, and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will receive greater condemnation.”

World English Bible (WEB)

those who devour widows’ houses, and for a pretense make long prayers. These will receive greater condemnation.”

Strong's King James

Which devour{G2719}{(G5723)} widows{G5503}' houses{G3614}, and{G2532} for a pretence{G4392} make{G4336} long{G3117} prayers{G4336}{(G5740)}: these{G3778} shall receive{G2983}{(G5695)} greater{G4055} damnation{G2917}.

The F.O.G *

(40) They devour the widows' houses and for appearance offer lengthy prayers (davvening); these will receive far more condemnation."

The F.O.G Message *

[40] Yet they shamelessly exploit vulnerable widows, stealing their property while making a show of long prayers. Their punishment will be severe indeed."

Young's Literal Translation

who are devouring the widows’ houses, and for a pretence are making long prayers; these shall receive more abundant judgment.’
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After a dramatic early morning encounter with King Jesus, I just couldn’t put my Bible down. The F.O.G took a hold of me and this website was born. Learn more about the F.O.G.

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