Jesus Teaches the Sacred Command (Matthew 15:4)

The Gospels

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— MATTHEW 15:4

"For God said, 'Honor your father and mother' and 'Anyone who curses their father or mother is to be put to death.'"
Modern Translation & Meaning

"Jesus emphasized that the commandment to honor our parents is sacred and must not be bypassed by human traditions."

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