Which devour widows’ houses, and for a pretence make long prayers: these shall receive greater damnation.
Devoran las casas de las viudas y por las apariencias hacen largas oraciones. Estos recibirán mayor condenación.
Los que explotan a los vulnerables mientras aparentan ser religiosos enfrentarán un juicio más severo.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the historical context of Mark 12, Jesus is in Jerusalem during the final week of his life, publicly warning against the scribes, who were influential religious leaders in Jewish society. These scribes often exploited vulnerable widows by seizing their homes and resources while pretending to be devout through elaborate prayers, which exposed their hypocrisy in a culture where widows were typically poor and dependent on community support. This criticism fits into Jesus' broader teachings on authentic faith versus outward religiosity.
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