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sadducee in a sentence

n.

Definition

Sadducee: a member of a Jewish sect in the Second Temple period that rejected oral tradition and emphasized the written law of the Torah.

Sample Sentences

  1. The Sadducees were known for their adherence to the written law and rejection of oral traditions.
  2. In the New Testament, the Sadducees often clashed with the Pharisees over interpretations of the Torah.
  3. During the time of Jesus, the Sadducees held significant power in the Temple and among the Jewish elite.
  4. Many scholars believe that the Sadducees' denial of the resurrection contributed to their decline in early Christianity.
  5. The Sadducees' beliefs were distinct from those of the Pharisees, particularly regarding the afterlife and angels.

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