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Jesus accused the Pharisees of hypocritically paying tithes on herbs, and omitting which weightier matters of the law?


Sacrifice, obedience, and love
Purity, godliness, and humility
Judgment, mercy, and faith
Almsgiving, hospitality, and cheerfulness

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The answer is: Judgment, mercy, and faith

Matthew 23:23 - Jesus criticized the Pharisees for their meticulous attention to tithing while neglecting deeper ethical principles. This reflects the tension between ritual and moral integrity found throughout Scripture, echoing Micah 6:8's call for justice, kindness, and humility before God.

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