Mark 12:41 · KJV

"And Jesus sat over against the treasury, and beheld how the people cast money into the treasury: and many that were rich cast in much."

King James Version

Passage Context

³⁹And the chief seats in the synagogues, and the uppermost rooms at feasts:

⁴⁰Which devour widows' houses, and for a pretence make long prayers: these shall receive greater damnation.

⁴¹And Jesus sat over against the treasury, and beheld how the people cast money into the treasury: and many that were rich cast in much.

⁴²And there came a certain poor widow, and she threw in two mites, which make a farthing.

⁴³And he called unto him his disciples, and saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That this poor widow hath cast more in, than all they which have cast into the treasury:

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Reflection Questions

How do you view generosity in your own life?

What does it mean for you to give selflessly?

When have you felt compelled to give to others?

Life Application

generosity

Consider how you can give more generously, not just in finances but in time and resources.

community

Look for opportunities to support those in need within your community.

People in This Verse

JesusNT

The central figure of Christianity, believed to be the Son of God and the Savior of humanity through His death and resurrection.

First appearance: Matthew 1:1

Places in This Verse

Temple(Temple Mount, Jerusalem today)

The central place of worship for Jews, where sacrifices and offerings were made. It held great significance in Jewish religious life.

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