Summary: Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for focusing on outward appearances while ignoring the evil within. He teaches that true cleanliness comes from inner generosity and purity, not external rituals.
Gospel Acclamation: The word of God is living and effective, able to discern reflections and thoughts of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12)
After Jesus had spoken, a Pharisee invited him to dine at his home. He entered and reclined at table to eat. The Pharisee was amazed to see that he did not observe the prescribed washing before the meal.
The Lord said to him, “Oh you Pharisees! Although you cleanse the outside of the cup and the dish, inside you are filled with plunder and evil. You fools! Did not the maker of the outside also make the inside? But as to what is within, give alms, and behold, everything will be clean for you.”
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