Mat 23:1-2 | MHM | STEP | Jesus Condemns the Scribes and Pharisees In this section, Jesus speaks publicly to the crowds and his disciples about the religious leaders—especially the scribes and Pharisees. He warns against following their bad example and exposes their hypocrisy. Jesus calls out their pride, their love for praise, and their lack of sincerity. He teaches that true greatness in God’s kingdom is found in humility and service, not in seeking honor or titles. This chapter contains some of the strongest words Jesus ever spoke against religious hypocrisy and pride. v. 1–2 : Jesus spoke to the crowds and his disciples, saying, The scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses' seat (Matthew 23:1-2 ). This means they teach God’s law and have a position of authority. Jesus tells the people to respect the teaching of God’s Word when it is true, but warns them not to follow the leaders’ example if they do not practice what they preach.

‏ Matthew 23:1-2

Jesus Condemns the Scribes and Pharisees

In this section, Jesus speaks publicly to the crowds and his disciples about the religious leaders—especially the scribes and Pharisees. He warns against following their bad example and exposes their hypocrisy. Jesus calls out their pride, their love for praise, and their lack of sincerity. He teaches that true greatness in God’s kingdom is found in humility and service, not in seeking honor or titles. This chapter contains some of the strongest words Jesus ever spoke against religious hypocrisy and pride.

v. 1–2: Jesus spoke to the crowds and his disciples, saying, The scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses' seat (Matthew 23:1-2 ^a). This means they teach God’s law and have a position of authority. Jesus tells the people to respect the teaching of God’s Word when it is true, but warns them not to follow the leaders’ example if they do not practice what they preach.

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