As in our own context, tax collectors in ancient Judea get no respect. Seen as traitors, tax collectors in Jesus’ context—especially those who are Jews—are working for the Romans. Their communities feel that they are collaborating with the Roman occupation. The Pharisees lump tax collectors wi….
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This post appeared here first: Forward Day By Day – October 3, 2018
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