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(KJV) Matthew 3:7
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?
PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
The Pharisees and Sadducees were two of the most important religious groups in Judaism (the faith and religious culture of the Jews, based primarily on Old Testament laws, customs and standards).
- The Pharisees were a Jewish religious group that was faithful to the teachings and practices of the entire Old Testament, which they accepted according to their own human interpretations. Their personal interpretation often changed or overlooked the real purpose and principles behind God’s laws. They especially focused on the teaching that salvation came by strict obedience to every standard of God’s law (and, of course, their interpretations of that law). They taught that the coming Messiah would be an earthly ruler who would help Israel overcome and rule over the nations, forcing all people to obey God’s law. However, their religion was only an outward display; there was no true inward godliness of heart (Matthew 23:25). They refused to acknowledge the corruption of their own human nature (which greatly affected their interpretation of God’s law and view of salvation). The Pharisees opposed Jesus and His message that true religion is a matter of the heart and spirit and not simply a matter of obeying laws and rules – even the commands of Scripture (Matthew 9:14; 23:2-4; Luke 18:9-4). God does require obedience, but it must be a heartfelt response that rises up out of true love for Him (Romans 1:5; 6:16; 2 Corinthians 9:13; 2 John 1:6).
- The Sadducees were more of a political group who were non-traditional in their religious views. They did not accept the reality of the supernatural. While appearing to follow God’s law, they really denied many of its teachings. For example, they rejected the doctrines (teachings) of the resurrection, angels and eternal spirits (Acts 23:8), as well as miracles and the judgment to come. Living godly lives was not very important to them. They also persecuted Jesus and His followers (Matthew 16:1-4).
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PHARISEES AND SADDUCEES / MATTHEW 3:7
DescriptionThe Pharisees and Sadducees were two of the most important religious groups in Judaism (the faith and religious culture of the Jews, based primarily on Old Testament laws, customs and standards).
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Margarita Crews
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