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In the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector how often did the Pharisee fast?
Once a week
Twice a week
Every day
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Luke 18:9-14
In the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector found in Luke 18:9-14, we witness a vivid contrast between self-righteousness and humble contrition. The Pharisee prides himself on his lofty spiritual practices, including fasting twice a week, which was more than the required once a year for Yom Kippur! His boasting overlooks the fundamental principle of humility, driving home a striking lesson about the heart’s attitude toward God.
What’s fascinating is that fasting in the Jewish tradition wasn’t merely about abstaining from food. It served as a time for reflection, repentance, and drawing closer to God—a little spiritual reboot! Although the Pharisee’s meticulous adherence to the law impressed onlookers, it ironically distanced him from the vitality of true spiritual connection.
On the flip side, the tax collector, a societal outcast, humbles himself profoundly, beating his chest in despair, not daring even to lift his eyes toward heaven. His sincerity directly addresses God’s grace as he asks for mercy. Here’s the plot twist: Jesus indicates it was the tax collector who went home justified! This mirrors the broader message of the Gospels: that God’s love embraces the broken-hearted over the pious who miss the mark.
We learn that being righteous isn’t about checkboxes and rituals; it’s a raw, honest relationship with God that thrives in authenticity and grace, reminding us all to approach the divine with humility—even the tiniest crack can let in the light!
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