Die Pharisäer by Michael Wirth
"Die Pharisäer" by Michael Wirth is a theological discourse written in the early 19th century. The work aims to provide a clearer understanding of the Gospels and encourages self-examination among its readers. It delves into the teachings and behaviors of the Pharisees, warning against the insidious nature of hypocrisy in religion, drawing upon biblical references and narratives, primarily focusing on the life and teachings of Jesus. The opening of the book presentsa foreword discussing the nature of hypocrisy, particularly in the context of the Pharisees, and their role as a cautionary example for believers. Wirth explains that recognition of hypocrisy is vital for spiritual growth, emphasizing the need for genuine faith that goes beyond mere adherence to external rituals. He begins with reflections on John the Baptist's confrontations with the Pharisees and sets the stage for a deeper exploration of both the character and the actions of the Pharisees, inviting readers to discern the true essence of faith against the backdrop of hypocrisy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wirth, Michael, 1788-1832 |
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| Title | Die Pharisäer Ein Beitrag zum leichern Verstehen der Evangelien und zur Selbstprüfung |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Heiko Evermann, Reiner Ruf, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | BM: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Judaism |
| Subject | Pharisees |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57516 |
| Release Date | Jul 15, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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