Luke 16:16

"He said to them, “You are those who justify yourselves in the sight of men, but God knows your hearts. For that which is exalted among men is an abomination in the sight of God."

Key Reflection

Jesus criticizes those who focus on external righteousness and social status, highlighting that such pursuits are meaningless to God. He contrasts this with the divine perspective, where what humans admire as noble is seen by God as detestable.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 16. See Barnes "Mt 11:12-14". Every man. Many men, or multitudes. This is an expression that is very common, as when we say everybody is engaged in a piece of business, meaning that it occupies general attention. {k} "The law" Mt 11:12,13 __________________________________________________________________

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