But they do all their deeds (A)to be noticed by men; for they (B)broaden their [a]phylacteries and lengthen (C)the tassels of their garments. They (D)love the place of honor at banquets and the chief seats in the synagogues, and respectful greetings in the market places, and being called (E)Rabbi by men.

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  1. Matthew 23:5 I.e. small cases containing Scripture texts worn on the left arm and forehead for religious purposes

“Everything they do is done for people to see:(A) They make their phylacteries[a](B) wide and the tassels on their garments(C) long; they love the place of honor at banquets and the most important seats in the synagogues;(D) they love to be greeted with respect in the marketplaces and to be called ‘Rabbi’ by others.(E)

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  1. Matthew 23:5 That is, boxes containing Scripture verses, worn on forehead and arm