But ye say, If a man shall say to his father or mother, It is Corban, that is to say, a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me; he shall be free.
But you guys say that if someone tells their parents, 'Sorry, that money I could have helped you with? It's Corban, already promised to God as a gift', then boom, they're off the hook for taking care of their parents.
Don't use religious rules as an excuse to dodge taking care of the people who matter most.
📚 Historical Context
In the first-century Jewish culture, the Pharisees emphasized oral traditions that often superseded the direct commands of the Old Testament. One such tradition involved declaring possessions as "Corban," meaning dedicated to God, which excused individuals from using those resources to support their aging parents. This practice directly conflicted with the Fifth Commandment to honor one's father and mother, highlighting Jesus' criticism of hypocritical religious customs.
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