Pharisee
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101. Pharisees
Matthew 3:6-7 6 And were baptized of him in Jordan, confessing their sins. 7 But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees come to his baptism, he said unto them, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come? Matthew 5:20 20…
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Chapter 1: The Grainfield Confrontation
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 12:1–8; Mark 2:23–28; Luke 6:1–5) The morning sun rose softly over Galilee, bathing the rolling grainfields in gold. Jesus walked ahead, His steps unhurried, His robe brushing against the ripening stalks. Behind Him, His…
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Chapter 2: Healing on the Sabbath
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 12:9–14; Mark 3:1–6; Luke 6:6–11) The synagogue in Capernaum was filled that Sabbath morning. Its stone walls echoed with quiet prayers as men gathered in their places, women standing silently at the back. The…
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Chapter 3: Dining with Sinners
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 9:9–13; Mark 2:13–17; Luke 5:27–32) The sun had begun its slow descent over Capernaum, casting a warm golden hue across the dusty streets. Jesus walked along the road near the customs booth, where men…
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Chapter 4: The Handwashing Dispute
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 15:1–20; Mark 7:1–23) The morning market bustled with voices calling out prices of figs, olives, and salted fish. Disciples walked beside Jesus, weaving through traders and buyers. They stopped at a vendor selling freshly…
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Chapter 5: The Beelzebub Accusation
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 12:22–37; Mark 3:22–30; Luke 11:14–23) The midday sun glared down on the crowded village square, where men gathered under olive trees for shade. A commotion stirred as people pressed forward, creating a path for…
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Chapter 6: The Demand for Signs – The Sign of Jonah
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 12:38–42; Matthew 16:1–4; Mark 8:11–13; Luke 11:29–32) The afternoon shadows lengthened as Jesus taught in the bustling courtyard, His voice carrying over the murmurs of the gathered crowd. Pharisees in flowing robes and Sadducees…
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Chapter 7: Testing Jesus on Divorce
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 19:3–9; Mark 10:2–12) The road beyond the Jordan was lined with travellers heading towards Jerusalem for the approaching feasts. Dust rose with every footstep, coating sandals and robes alike. Jesus walked ahead, His disciples…
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Chapter 8: The Seven Woes against the Pharisees
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 23:1–36) The temple courts were crowded as Passover drew near. Pilgrims thronged every archway, carrying lambs and doves, coins jingling in their purses as merchants called out prices for sacrifices and offerings. Jesus stood…
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Chapter 9: The Plot to Kill Jesus after Lazarus’ Resurrection
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (John 11:45–53) The village of Bethany buzzed with whispers and astonished laughter. Men ran along the narrow streets calling to their neighbours. Women clutched their shawls to their mouths, eyes wide with wonder. Children scampered…
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Chapter 10: Paying Taxes to Caesar – The Trap Question
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 22:15–22; Mark 12:13–17; Luke 20:20–26) The morning sun streamed through the great courtyards of the temple, lighting its white stone walls with dazzling brilliance. Pilgrims pressed through the colonnades, their sandals scraping against the…
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Chapter 11: The Question about the Greatest Commandment
Jesus and the Pharisees: A Conflict of Kingdoms A Historical Novel Based on the Gospels (Matthew 22:34–40; Mark 12:28–34; Luke 10:25–28) The temple courts bustled with pilgrims and scholars debating in shaded colonnades. Pharisees regrouped, their traps thus far foiled by the calm authority of Jesus. Yet they were not…
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Article 8: Jesus and the Pharisees – Repeated Confrontations over Law and Hypocrisy
1. IntroductionThe Gospels document numerous confrontations between Jesus and the Pharisees, religious leaders who were zealous for the Mosaic Law yet often criticised by Jesus for their legalism and hypocrisy. These exchanges reveal deep theological and ethical tensions within first-century Judaism. 2. Historical and Biblical ContextThe Pharisees were a prominent…
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Article 13: Pharisees and Sadducees – Religious and Theological Disputes in Second Temple Judaism
1. IntroductionWithin the religious landscape of Second Temple Judaism, the Pharisees and Sadducees were two prominent groups whose theological and political differences often brought them into conflict. Though both groups were influential contemporaneously, their disputes reveal tensions within the Jewish religious leadership during the time of Jesus and the early…
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The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Grace, Mercy, and Forgiveness; Humility; Justification 4. Parable Summary Jesus tells of two men who go to the temple to pray: Jesus concludes that it is the tax collector who…
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7.6 Stories of Pharisees and Sadducees
🔹 Story 1: Jesus Rebuked the Pharisees for Hypocrisy Main Characters: Jesus, PhariseesStory Summary: Jesus condemned the Pharisees for outward religiosity while neglecting justice, mercy, and faithfulness. He called them “whitewashed tombs”—appearing righteous but full of hypocrisy.Key Verses: Matthew 23:1–36Theme Connection: True faith is not about appearances but sincere devotion…