New International VersionYou hypocrites! Isaiah was right when he prophesied about you:
New Living TranslationYou hypocrites! Isaiah was right when he prophesied about you, for he wrote,
English Standard VersionYou hypocrites! Well did Isaiah prophesy of you, when he said:
Berean Standard BibleYou hypocrites! Isaiah prophesied correctly about you:
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King James BibleYe hypocrites, well did Esaias prophesy of you, saying,
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NASB 1995“You hypocrites, rightly did Isaiah prophesy of you:
NASB 1977“You hypocrites, rightly did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying,
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American Standard VersionYe hypocrites, well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying,
Contemporary English VersionAnd you are nothing but show-offs! Isaiah the prophet was right when he wrote that God had said,
English Revised VersionYe hypocrites, well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying,
GOD'S WORD® TranslationYou hypocrites! Isaiah was right when he prophesied about you:
Good News TranslationYou hypocrites! How right Isaiah was when he prophesied about you!
International Standard VersionYou hypocrites! How well did Isaiah prophesy of you when he said,
NET BibleHypocrites! Isaiah prophesied correctly about you when he said,
New Heart English BibleYou hypocrites. Well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying,
Webster's Bible TranslationYe hypocrites, well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying,
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World English BibleYou hypocrites! Well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHypocrites, Isaiah prophesied well of you, saying,
Berean Literal BibleHypocrites! Isaiah prophesied rightly concerning you, saying,
Young's Literal Translation 'Hypocrites, well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying,
Smith's Literal TranslationHypocrites, well did Esaias prophesy of you, saying, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHypocrites, well hath Isaias prophesied of you, saying:
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New Revised Standard VersionYou hypocrites! Isaiah prophesied rightly about you when he said: Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleO you hypocrites, the prophet Isaiah well prophesied concerning you and said,
Aramaic Bible in Plain English“Phonies! Isaiah prophesied well against you and said:” NT Translations Anderson New TestamentHypocrites! well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying,
Godbey New TestamentYe hypocrites, beautifully did Isaiah prophesy concerning you, saying,
Haweis New Testament
Ye hypocrites, well hath Isaiah prophesied concerning you, saying,
Mace New Testament
the prophecy of Esaias exactly suits such hypocrites as you;
Weymouth New Testament
Hypocrites! well did Isaiah prophesy of you,
Worrell New Testament
Hypocrites! Well did Isaiah prophesy of you, saying,
Worsley New Testament
Well did Esaias prophecy concerning you,
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Context Tradition and Worship… 6he need not honor his father or mother with it. Thus you nullify the word of God for the sake of your tradition. 7You hypocrites!Isaiahprophesiedcorrectlyaboutyou:8‘These people honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me.…
Cross References Isaiah 29:13Therefore the Lord said: “These people draw near to Me with their mouths and honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me. Their worship of Me is but rules taught by men.
Mark 7:6Jesus answered them, “Isaiah prophesied correctly about you hypocrites, as it is written: ‘These people honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me.
Ezekiel 33:31So My people come to you as usual, sit before you, and hear your words; but they do not put them into practice. Although they express love with their mouths, their hearts pursue dishonest gain.
Isaiah 1:11-15“What good to Me is your multitude of sacrifices?” says the LORD. “I am full from the burnt offerings of rams and the fat of well-fed cattle; I take no delight in the blood of bulls and lambs and goats. / When you come to appear before Me, who has required this of you—this trampling of My courts? / Bring your worthless offerings no more; your incense is detestable to Me. New Moons, Sabbaths, and convocations—I cannot endure iniquity in a solemn assembly. ...
Jeremiah 12:2You planted them, and they have taken root. They have grown and produced fruit. You are ever on their lips, but far from their hearts.
Amos 5:21-23“I hate, I despise your feasts! I cannot stand the stench of your solemn assemblies. / Even though you offer Me burnt offerings and grain offerings, I will not accept them; for your peace offerings of fattened cattle I will have no regard. / Take away from Me the noise of your songs! I will not listen to the music of your harps.
Hosea 6:6For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings.
Micah 6:6-8With what shall I come before the LORD when I bow before the God on high? Should I come to Him with burnt offerings, with year-old calves? / Would the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, with ten thousand rivers of oil? Shall I present my firstborn for my transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul? / He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?
Matthew 23:27-28Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity. / In the same way, on the outside you appear to be righteous, but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness.
Luke 11:39-44Then the Lord said, “Now you Pharisees clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside you are full of greed and wickedness. / You fools! Did not the One who made the outside make the inside as well? / But give as alms the things that are within you, and behold, everything will be clean for you. ...
Romans 2:28-29A man is not a Jew because he is one outwardly, nor is circumcision only outward and physical. / No, a man is a Jew because he is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the written code. Such a man’s praise does not come from men, but from God.
1 Samuel 15:22But Samuel declared: “Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obedience to His voice? Behold, obedience is better than sacrifice, and attentiveness is better than the fat of rams.
Psalm 78:36-37But they deceived Him with their mouths, and lied to Him with their tongues. / Their hearts were disloyal to Him, and they were unfaithful to His covenant.
Proverbs 26:23Like glaze covering an earthen vessel are burning lips and a wicked heart.
Isaiah 58:1-5“Cry aloud, do not hold back! Raise your voice like a ram’s horn. Declare to My people their transgression and to the house of Jacob their sins. / For day after day they seek Me and delight to know My ways, like a nation that does what is right and does not forsake the justice of their God. They ask Me for righteous judgments; they delight in the nearness of God.” / “Why have we fasted, and You have not seen? Why have we humbled ourselves, and You have not noticed?” “Behold, on the day of your fast, you do as you please, and you oppress all your workers. ...
Treasury of Scripture You hypocrites, well did Esaias prophesy of you, saying, hypocrites. Matthew 7:5 Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brother's eye. Matthew 23:23-29 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightiermatters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone… well. Mark 7:6 He answered and said unto them, Well hath Esaias prophesied of you hypocrites, as it is written, This people honoureth me withtheir lips, but their heart is far from me. Acts 28:25-27 And when they agreed not among themselves, they departed, after that Paul had spoken one word, Well spake the Holy Ghost by Esaias the prophet unto our fathers, … Jump to Previous EsaiasHypocritesIsaiahOnesProphesiedProphesyRightRightlyJump to Next EsaiasHypocritesIsaiahOnesProphesiedProphesyRightRightlyMatthew 15 1.Jesus reproves the Scribes and Pharisees7.for transgressing God's commandments through their own traditions;10.teaches how that which goes into the mouth does not defile a man.21.He heals the daughter of the woman of Canaan,29.and other great multitudes;32.and with seven loaves and a few small fish feeds four thousand menYou hypocrites!This phrase is a direct rebuke from Jesus to the Pharisees and scribes. The term "hypocrites" originates from the Greek word "hypokrites," which refers to an actor or one who wears a mask. In the context of the New Testament, it denotes someone who pretends to have virtues, moral beliefs, or religious principles that they do not actually possess. Jesus often used this term to criticize the religious leaders of His time for their outward show of piety that lacked genuine inner righteousness. This accusation highlights the disconnect between their external religious practices and their internal spiritual state. The Pharisees were known for their strict adherence to the law and traditions, yet Jesus exposed their failure to understand the heart of God's commandments. Isaiah prophesied correctly about you:
Here, Jesus references the prophet Isaiah, indicating that the behavior of the Pharisees and scribes was not a new issue but had been foreseen in the Hebrew Scriptures. Isaiah's prophecies often addressed the spiritual condition of Israel, calling out the people's superficial worship and lack of true devotion to God. By citing Isaiah, Jesus connects the current religious leaders to the historical pattern of Israel's unfaithfulness. This reference underscores the continuity of God's message and the persistent problem of hypocrisy among His people. The prophecy Jesus refers to is found inIsaiah 29:13, where God laments that the people honor Him with their lips while their hearts are far from Him. This connection serves as a powerful indictment of the religious leaders, showing that their actions were a fulfillment of Isaiah's words and a continuation of a long-standing issue within the community of faith. Persons / Places / Events 1. Jesus ChristThe central figure in this passage, addressing the Pharisees and scribes with a rebuke. 2. Pharisees and ScribesReligious leaders of the time who are being criticized by Jesus for their hypocrisy. 3. IsaiahAn Old Testament prophet whose words Jesus references to highlight the hypocrisy of the religious leaders. 4. JerusalemWhile not directly mentioned in this verse, it is often the setting for Jesus' interactions with the Pharisees and scribes. 5. The Prophecy of IsaiahSpecifically, Isaiah 29:13, which Jesus quotes to illustrate the disconnect between the leaders' words and their hearts. Teaching Points Understanding HypocrisyHypocrisy involves a disconnect between one's professed beliefs and actual behavior. Jesus calls out the Pharisees for this very reason, urging us to examine our own lives for similar inconsistencies. The Importance of the HeartGod values the condition of our hearts over mere external compliance. Our worship and actions should stem from genuine devotion rather than obligation or tradition. The Role of ProphecyJesus uses Isaiah's prophecy to demonstrate the timeless nature of God's truth. Prophecies often reveal deeper spiritual truths that apply across generations. Self-ExaminationRegularly assess your spiritual life to ensure that your actions align with your beliefs. This involves prayer, reflection, and seeking God's guidance to correct any areas of hypocrisy. Authentic WorshipTrue worship involves both spirit and truth. Engage in worship that is heartfelt and sincere, avoiding the trap of empty rituals. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Matthew 15:7?
2.How does Matthew 15:7 challenge us to avoid hypocrisy in our worship?
3.What does "hypocrites" in Matthew 15:7 reveal about the Pharisees' spiritual condition?
4.How can Isaiah's prophecy in Matthew 15:7 apply to modern Christian life?
5.In what ways can we ensure our hearts align with our outward actions?
6.How does Matthew 15:7 encourage genuine faith over mere religious rituals?
7.How does Matthew 15:7 challenge the authenticity of religious practices?
8.What does Matthew 15:7 reveal about hypocrisy in faith?
9.How does Matthew 15:7 address the issue of honoring God with actions versus words?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 15?
11.Do they honor me with lips, not hearts?
12.Who is Jesus Christ?
13.What does it mean to be pharisaical?
14.Isaiah 29:13 accuses people of insincere worship by human tradition; does this contradict other passages that stress genuine, heartfelt devotion?What Does Matthew 15:7 Mean You hypocrites!Jesus looks straight at the Pharisees and scribes and calls them “hypocrites,” a word that literally pictures stage–actors wearing masks. • He is exposing the painful gap between their polished religious image and the true condition of their hearts (compareMatthew 23:27–28, “you are like whitewashed tombs… outwardly appear righteous to men, but inwardly you are full of hypocrisy”). • By using the present tense, He asserts that their hypocrisy is not occasional but settled, habitual. • Scripture often links hypocrisy with the sin of honoring God in words while rejecting Him in deeds—seeIsaiah 29:13;Titus 1:16; andLuke 12:1–2, where Jesus warns, “Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.” The accusation reminds us that outward conformity, no matter how refined, cannot substitute for obedience that flows from a heart yielded to God (1 Samuel 16:7;Micah 6:6–8).
Isaiah prophesied correctly about you:Jesus immediately anchors His rebuke in the authority of Scripture, quotingIsaiah 29:13. • By saying Isaiah “prophesied correctly,” He affirms both the inerrancy of the Old Testament and its ongoing relevance. • The original prophecy targeted Judah’s leaders seven centuries earlier; Jesus shows that the same Spirit-diagnosed heart disease is now on display in the religious elite standing before Him. • The quotation reads, “ ‘These people honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me; they worship Me in vain; they teach as doctrine the precepts of men’ ” (Matthew 15:8-9). In context (Isaiah 1:11-17; 58:1-2), God rejects worship that substitutes ritual for relationship and human tradition for divine command. • Jesus sets a pattern for us: every attitude or practice must be tested against Scripture, not against popular opinion or religious tradition (Acts 17:11;Colossians 2:8). • The Lord’s use of prophecy underscores His messianic authority—He reads the human heart and fulfills the prophetic Word simultaneously (John 2:24-25;Revelation 19:10).
summaryMatthew 15:7 shows Jesus unmasking religious pretense. He declares the Pharisees to be habitual hypocrites and proves it by applying Isaiah’s prophecy to them. The verse calls us to reject empty ritual, submit every tradition to Scripture, and pursue a heart that genuinely loves and obeys the Lord whose Word is always true. (7) Ye hypocrites.--See Note on Matthew 7:5. Verse 7. - Ye hypocrites. He called them by this name because, while they pretended that zeal for God's glory led them to these explanations and amplifications of the Law, they were really influenced by covetousness and avarice, and virtually despised that which they professed to uphold. A Jewish proverb said that if hypocrites were divided into ten parties, nine of them would be found in Jerusalem, and one in the rest of the world. Well did Esaias prophesy of you ( Isaiah 29:13). That is, their conduct fulfilled the saying of the prophet, as Matthew 13:14. Such "prophecies" were for all time, and were suitable for various circumstances, characters, and events. Christ is wont to fortify his arguments by the authority of Scripture, often rather explaining the mind of the Spirit than quoting the exact words.
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Greek You hypocrites!ὑποκριταί(hypokritai)Noun - Vocative Masculine Plural
Strong's 5273:From hupokrinomai; an actor under an assumed character, i.e. a dissemblerIsaiahἨσαΐας(Ēsaias)Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2268:Isaiah, the prophet. Of Hebrew origin; Hesaias, an Israelite.prophesiedἐπροφήτευσεν(eprophēteusen)Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 4395:From prophetes; to foretell events, divine, speak under inspiration, exercise the prophetic office.correctlyκαλῶς(kalōs)Adverb
Strong's 2573:Well, nobly, honorably, rightly. Adverb from kalos; well.aboutπερὶ(peri)Preposition
Strong's 4012:From the base of peran; properly, through, i.e. Around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time.youὑμῶν(hymōn)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771:You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.:λέγων(legōn)Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3004:(a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command.
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