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_aBunyan, John, _d1628-1688 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Pharisee and the Publican |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2002 |
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| 508 | _aTranscribed from the 1845 Thomas Nelson “Works of the Puritan Divines (Bunyan)” edition by David Price | ||
| 520 | _a“The Pharisee and the Publican” by John Bunyan is a theological discourse that reflects the moral complexities of salvation, righteousness, and self-perception in the context of Christianity, likely written in the early 17th century. The text draws on the parable found in the Gospel of Luke, wherein a Pharisee and a Publican (tax collector) pray at the temple, illustrating the contrast between self-righteousness and humble repentance. This work invites readers to contemplate themes of pride, mercy, and the true nature of faith in God’s eyes, rather than through mere human standards. The opening portion of the book elaborates on the parable by contrasting the attitudes and states of the Pharisee and the Publican. The Pharisee, confident in his perceived righteousness, thanks God for not being like others, including the Publican, and boasts of his religious practices. In stark opposition, the Publican displays deep humility, recognizing his sinfulness and pleading for God's mercy. Bunyan delves into the implications of their prayers, criticizing the Pharisee's self-deception and highlighting the significance of acknowledging one's need for grace, ultimately affirming that true righteousness comes from God alone, rather than personal merit. This foundational comparison sets the stage for deeper theological reflection on the nature of repentance and divine mercy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aPharisee and the publican (Parable) -- Early works to 1800 | ||
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