Matthew 15:3

Matthew 15:3 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

3Jesus replied, “And why do you break the command of God for the sake of your tradition?

3And He answered and said to them, “Why do you yourselves also break the commandment of God for the sake of your tradition?

3And He answered and said to them, “Why do you yourselves transgress the commandment of God for the sake of your tradition?

3He replied to them, “Why also do you violate the commandment of God for the sake of your tradition [handed down by the elders]?

3Jesus replied, “And why do you break the command of God for the sake of your tradition?

3Jesus replied, “And why don’t you obey God’s command? You would rather follow your own teachings!