What does Matthew 15:1 mean?

Matthew 15:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 15:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Then came to Jesus scribes and Pharisees, which were of Jerusalem, saying,

1Then came to Jesus scribes and Pharisees, which were of Jerusalem, saying,

2Why do thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread.

3But he answered and said unto them, Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition?

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