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John 12:6

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Now this he said, not because he cared for the poor; but because he was a thief, and having the bag took away what was put therein.

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John 12:6 in other translations

Now he said this, not because he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief, and having the money box, used to steal what was put into it.

John 12:6 · World English Bible

John 12:6 in context

  1. 4But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples, that should betray him, saith,
  2. 5Why was not this ointment sold for three hundred shillings, and given to the poor?
  3. 6Now this he said, not because he cared for the poor; but because he was a thief, and having the bag took away what was put therein.
  4. 7Jesus therefore said, Suffer her to keep it against the day of my burying.
  5. 8For the poor ye have always with you; but me ye have not always.