Luke 18:10

“Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican.”

"Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican." - Luke 18:10
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What does Luke 18:10 mean?

The Bible verse Luke 18:10 from the King James Version (KJV) states, "Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican." This verse is part of a parable told by Jesus, in which he illustrates the difference between two individuals who…

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The Heart of True Prayer: Lessons from the Temple

In the Gospel of Luke, chapter 18, verse 10, we encounter a profound glimpse into the Temple of Jerusalem, where two men ascend to pray: "Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican." This verse, though simple in its presentation, offers…

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A Prayer for Humility and Grace

Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of the profound lesson found in the words of Your Holy Scripture, in the book of Luke, chapter 18, verse 10, where it states, "Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican." Lord…

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Luke 18:10 - "Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican."
Luke 18:10-14 - "Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed: 'God, I thank you that I am not like other people--robbers, evildoers, adulterers--or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.' But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his breast and said, 'God, have mercy on me, a sinner.' I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God. For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted. "
"Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed: 'God, I thank you that I am not like other people--robbers, evildoers, adulterers--or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.' But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his breast and said, 'God, have mercy on me, a sinner.' I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God. For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted. " - Luke 18:10-14
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