Matthew 23:17
Monday, 12 October 2026
Fools and blind! For which is greater, the gold or the temple that sanctifies the gold? Matthew 23:17
“Moronics and blind! Which, indeed, greater, it is, the gold or the temple, the ‘having hallowed the gold’?” (CG)
In the previous verse, Jesus scolded the scribes and Pharisees, calling them blind guides because of their illogical thinking concerning swearing an oath. He now continues that, saying, “Moronics and blind!”
The adjective móros, moronic, has been seen a couple of times already. It signifies one who is dull or stupid. Strong calls them blockheads because…
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