ACC ~ Mark 7 v4

MARKS OF PHARISAIC LIVING

JOHN OF DAMASCUS: Pharisee is a name meaning “those who are set apart.” They followed a way of life which they regarded as most perfect. They esteemed their way as superior to others. They affirmed the resurrection of the dead, the existence of angels, and holiness of life. [1] They followed a rigorous way of life, practicing asceticism and sexual abstinence for periods of time and fasting twice a week. [2] They ceremonially cleansed their pots and plates and cups, [3] as did the scribes. They observed the paying of tithes, [4] the offering of first fruits, and the recitation of many prayers. [5] ON HERESIES 15. [6]

[1] Cf. Acts 23:8.

[2] Lk 18:12.

[3] Mk 7:4.

[4] Cf. Mt 23:23; Lk 11:42.

[5] Cf. Lk 5:33.

[6] HE BEGINNING OF THE GOSPEL | MARK 1:1-5