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17 But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, 18 so that your fasting may be seen not by others but by your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.[a]

Concerning Treasures

19 ‘Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust[b] consume and where thieves break in and steal;

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Footnotes

  1. Matthew 6:18 Other ancient authorities add openly
  2. Matthew 6:19 Gk eating

17 But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, 18 so that it will not be obvious to others that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.(A)

Treasures in Heaven(B)

19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth,(C) where moths and vermin destroy,(D) and where thieves break in and steal.

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