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Connecting Statement:
Jesus explains the parable that he told in Matthew 15:13-14.
to us
"to us disciples"
Are you also still without understanding?
Jesus uses a question to rebuke the disciples for not understanding the parable. Also, the word "you" is emphasized. Jesus cannot believe his own disciples do not understand. AT: "I am disappointed that you, my disciples, still do not understand what I teach!" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion)
Do you not see ... into the latrine?
Jesus uses a question to rebuke the disciples for not understanding the parable. AT: "Surely you understand ... into the latrine" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion)
the mouth passes
"the mouth goes"
latrine
This a polite term for the place where people bury body waste.