Matthew 23:3

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So practice and observe everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach.

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

All things therefore whatever they tell you to observe, observe and do, but don’t do their works; for they say, and don’t do.

World English Bible (WEB)

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Strong's King James

(3) Therefore everything they tell you, do and keep but don't do according to their deeds because they say and don't do.

The F.O.G

Therefore, practice and observe whatever they teach that aligns with Scripture. But don't follow their example, for they don't practice what they preach.

The F.O.G Paraphrase

all, then, as much as they may say to you to observe, observe and do, but according to their works do not, for they say, and do not;

Young's Literal Translation

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Matthew 23:3

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Matthew 23:3