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What does the Bible say about the hypocrisy of the Pharisees?

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The Bible denounces the hypocrisy of the Pharisees, who say and do not, burden others with rules, and seek self-exaltation (Matthew 23:1-33).

In Matthew 23, Jesus addresses the multitudes and His disciples, calling out the hypocrisy of the Pharisees. He highlights their hypocrisy by stating that they 'say and do not' (v. 3), meaning they preach the law but do not practice it themselves. Their external piety masks an inner corruption, as Jesus refers to them as 'whited sepulchers' (v. 27), beautiful outwardly but full of dead men's bones inside. This scathing indictment illustrates that true religion comes from within and is not merely about outward appearances or adherence to human-made laws.
Scripture References: Matthew 23:1-33

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