There was a boastful observance of the forms of religion, while the spirit of true humility, penitence and faith--which alone could render the service acceptable to God--was lacking.
Kulikuwa na majivuno ya kutunza desturi za dini, wakati ambapo roho ya unyenyekevu wa kweli, toba na imani--ambavyo pekee ndivyo vingetoa huduma inayokubaliwa kwa Mungu--ilikuwa inakosekana.