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Matthew 15:2-4
Contemporary English Version

2 “Why don't your disciples obey what our ancestors taught us to do? They don't even wash their hands[a] before they eat.”

3 Jesus answered:

Why do you disobey God and follow your own teaching? 4 (A) Didn't God command you to respect your father and mother? Didn't he tell you to put to death all who curse their parents?

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  1. 15.2 wash their hands: The Jewish people had strict laws about washing their hands before eating, especially if they had been out in public.
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