Mat 23:23 | PNT | STEP | Ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin . Insignificant garden herbs. The Jews were bidden to pay tithes of the fruits of the field and of trees ( ). The Pharisees were scrupulous in paying tithes of garden herbs that were almost valueless, but neglected much more important duties.

Matthew 23:23

Ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin. Insignificant garden herbs. The Jews were bidden to pay tithes of the fruits of the field and of trees (Le 27:30). The Pharisees were scrupulous in paying tithes of garden herbs that were almost valueless, but neglected much more important duties.