13 making the word of God of no effect through your tradition which you have handed down. And many such things you do.”

14 ^aWhen He had called all the multitude to Himself, He said to them, “Hear Me, everyone, and ^bunderstand:  ‡

16 ^aIf anyone has ears to hear, let him hear!”  ‡

17 ^aWhen He had entered a house away from the crowd, His disciples asked Him concerning the parable.  ‡