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Matthew 11:15-17
New Testament for Everyone
Matthew 11:15-17
New Testament for Everyone
15 If you’ve got ears, then listen!”
Jesus condemns the cities
16 “What picture shall I give you for this generation?” asked Jesus. “It’s like a bunch of children sitting in the town square, and singing songs to each other. 17 This is how it goes:
You didn’t dance when we played the flute,
you didn’t cry when we sang the dirge!
Matthew 11:15-17
New International Version
Matthew 11:15-17
New International Version
15 Whoever has ears, let them hear.(A)
16 “To what can I compare this generation? They are like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling out to others:
17 “‘We played the pipe for you,
and you did not dance;
we sang a dirge,
and you did not mourn.’
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