Meaning
A mote is a tiny particle or speck of dust or other material.
Biblical Usage
Jesus used the mote and the beam in His teaching about judging others. He warned against noticing a small fault in another person while overlooking a greater fault in oneself.
Key References
- Matthew 7:1-5
- Luke 6:41-42
Related Terms
- Beam
- Hypocrisy
- Judgment
- Humility