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40 They devour the houses of widows and, as a pretext, recite lengthy prayers. They will receive a very severe condemnation.”

The Poor Widow’s Contribution.[a] 41 He sat down opposite the treasury and observed how the crowd put money into the treasury.(A) Many rich people put in large sums. 42 A poor widow also came and put in two small coins worth a few cents.

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Footnotes

  1. 12:41–44 See note on Lk 21:1–4.

40 They devour widows’ houses and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will be punished most severely.”

The Widow’s Offering(A)

41 Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put(B) and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. 42 But a poor widow came and put in two very small copper coins, worth only a few cents.

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