Pharisee Perspective

09/04/20 • 28 min

The Pharisees were an order of Israel who set themselves apart devoted to following and instructing on the Law of God. They also drew from the oral traditions of Moses. Josephus (historian) said they had the most "expert" and "accurate" interpretation of scripture. They held positions of power and honor among the people. Their understanding of the law boasted the authority of God. Jesus exposed the hypocrisy and inaccurate understanding regarding God's Kingdom. What can the church today learn from the Pharisees? Are there similarities?

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