Fill in the Blanks Fill in the Blanks: The Radical Teachings of JesusOnline version Test your knowledge about Jesus' radical teachings and his conflicts with the Pharisees and Sadducees. by Danielle Cox 1 challenged religious radical threatened law Pharisees influence love criticised sinners arrest healing Jesus angered teachings caring was seen as a because he the established norms of his time . His often contradicted the interpretations of the upheld by the and the Sadducees . The Pharisees focused on strict adherence to the law and oral traditions , while the Sadducees were more aligned with the temple and its rituals . Jesus emphasised , mercy , and inner spirituality over just following religious laws . He often the religious leaders for their hypocrisy and for placing burdens on the people . This radical approach attracted followers but also led to conflict with the religious authorities , who felt by his growing . Jesus' actions , such as on the Sabbath ( Jewish day of rest ) and associating with , further the Pharisees and Sadducees , eventually they decided to work together to seek his and crucifixion . His radical message of inclusiveness ( for everyone ) and personal relationship with God challenged peoples most common views .
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