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The pharisee's attitude, "standing", was not peculiar to him; it has ever been the customary mode of prayer among
The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 11: New Mexico-Philip 1840-1916 1913
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This was the chief ground of the pharisee's hope and confidence, that he was not as other men; an adulterer, covetous, swearer, or the like.
Sermons Preached Upon Several Occasions. Vol. VI. 1634-1716 1823
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And so, very probably, it may be understood in the parable of the pharisee and the publican, "I tell you this man went down to his house justified rather than the other;" that is, of the two, God did rather approve of his humble carriage, than the pharisee's proud and insolent behaviour.
The Works of Dr. John Tillotson, Late Archbishop of Canterbury. Vol. 09. 1630-1694 1820
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