Luke 18:9-14 And he spoke this parable to certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others:… Our Saviour's design in this parable was — 1. To condemn a censorious disposition, a groundless contempt and bad opinion of others. 2. To correct those false notions of religion which lead men to overlook its principal duties. 3. To expose and reprove that part of selflove which makes us proud of our righteousness. 4. To recommend repentance and humility towards God as the first step to amendment. 5. Lastly, to caution us against all pride and conceit in general. (J. Jortin, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: |
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