The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they exclaim, 'See this man! --given to gluttony and tippling, and a friend of tax-gatherers and notorious sinners!' And yet Wisdom is vindicated by her actions."

"'My friend,' he answered to one of them, 'I am doing you no injustice. Did you not agree with me for a shilling?

When they were come near Jerusalem and had arrived at Bethphage and the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of the disciples on in front,

Which of the two did as his father desired?" "The first," they said. "I solemnly tell you,' replied Jesus, "that the tax-gatherers and the notorious sinners are entering the Kingdom of God in front of you.

"'My friend,' he said, 'how is it that you came in here without a wedding robe?'

"Friend," said Jesus, "carry out your intention." Then they came and laid their hands on Jesus and seized Him firmly.