What claim do they have for an appeal to you,
those who
devour widows’ houses, and then,
for the sake of appearance, say long prayers?
They deserve the greater condemnation, God.
And those who keep prisoners behind bars
as a political favor to one group of voters?
Hear the cries of victims waiting for justice,
O Lord; give them what they richly deserve!
Lectionary Readings
Ps. 130; 148; 32; 139
2 Sam. 19:24-43
Acts 24:24-12
Mark 12:35-44
Selected Verses
Ps. 130:1-2
Out of the depths I cry to you, O LORD.
Lord, hear my voice!
Let your ears be attentive
to the voice of my supplications!
Lord, hear my voice!
Let your ears be attentive
to the voice of my supplications!
2 Sam. 19:28
“…For all my father’s house were doomed
to death before my lord the king; but you set your servant among those who eat
at your table. What further right have
I, then, to appeal to the king?” [Mephibosheth, grandson of Saul, to
David]
Acts 24:27
After two years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius
Festus; and since he wanted to grant the Jews a favor, Felix left Paul in
prison.
Mark 12:40
“[The scribes] devour widows’ houses and for the sake of
appearance say long prayers. They will
receive the greater condemnation.”
[Jesus, teaching in the temple]
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