Matthew 23:12 meaning and explanation
For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.
Matthew 23:12, Berean Standard Bible
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Jesus is speaking to the crowds and His disciples about the scribes and Pharisees, who loved honor and titles (Matthew 23:5-7). He has just told His followers not to seek the title of Rabbi, father or instructor, since all have one Teacher and one Father in heaven, and that the greatest among them must be a servant.
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