Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Matthew 23:7 in English Standard Version "and greetings in the marketplaces and being called rabbi by others." Mt 11:16 “But to what shall I compare this generation? It is like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling to their playmates, Mt 20:3 And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the marketplace, Mt 23:6 and they love the place of honor at feasts and the best seats in the synagogues Joh 1:38 Jesus turned and saw them following and said to them, “What are you seeking?” And they said to him, “Rabbi” (which means Teacher), “where are you staying?”