The Pharisee and the Publican by John Bunyan
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“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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About this eBook
| Author | Bunyan, John, 1628-1688 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Pharisee and the Publican |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1845 Thomas Nelson “Works of the Puritan Divines (Bunyan)” edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| Subject | Pharisee and the publican (Parable) -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3548 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03548-2 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2002 |
| Last Update | Apr 28, 2015 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 683 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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