pharisaic
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If we read the gospel of Matthew, we find that he does not attempt to abrogate the pharisaic commandments, but only insists upon the greater importance of the commandments of the heart.
From Creed And Deed A Series of Discourses by Adler, Felix
This was evident in his dealing with his pharisaic critics.
From The Life of Jesus of Nazareth by Rhees, Rush
John's baptism was equally independent of the pharisaic influence.
From The Life of Jesus of Nazareth by Rhees, Rush
More striking than Jesus' independence in his teaching is the calmness of his self-assertion when he was opposed by pharisaic criticism and hostility.
From The Life of Jesus of Nazareth by Rhees, Rush
This appears nowhere more strikingly than in his dealing with his pharisaic critics.
From The Life of Jesus of Nazareth by Rhees, Rush
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