Matthew 23:4
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King James Version (modern wording)
For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men's shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.
Matthew 23:4 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Yea, they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men’s shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with their finger.
Matthew 23:4 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
They tie up heavy, burdensome loads and lay them on men’s shoulders, but they themselves are not willing to lift a finger to move them.
Matthew 23:4 (BSB)
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What does Matthew 23:4 say?
Matthew 23:4 in modern King James wording reads: "For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men's shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers."
Where is Matthew 23:4 found in the Bible?
Matthew 23:4 is verse 4 of chapter 23 of the book of Matthew, in the New Testament. Matthew has 28 chapters.
Which translations of Matthew 23:4 can I read here?
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