Luke 18:12

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Yo ayuno dos veces a la semana, y pago el diezmo de mi salario.’

¿Qué significa esto?

This verse comes from a parable told by Jesus in Luke's Gospel where the Pharisee boasts about his religious practices, saying he fasts twice a week and tithes all that he has. The key message is that external religiosity doesn’t guarantee righteousness.

Explicado para niños

Imagine you have two friends: one who always tells everyone how good they are at cleaning their room and sharing toys, but isn't really nice to others; the other just quietly does these things without showing off. Jesus uses this story to show us that being truly good is more than just doing good things in front of people.

Contexto histórico

The Gospel of Luke was written by Luke, a physician and follower of Paul, around AD 80-100. The audience was likely Gentile Christians who needed to understand the deeper meaning behind religious practices among Jews like fasting and tithing.

Aplicación para hoy

In modern terms, this can apply to someone who brags about their charitable donations or attendance at church meetings but treats others poorly. It reminds us that true faith is not just about outward actions but also about how we treat people in our daily lives.

Temas

• hypocrisy
• righteousness
• fasting
• tithing
• pride
• faith

Versículos relacionados

• Matthew 6:1-4
• Luke 18:9-14
• Romans 2:17-24
• Malachi 3:8-10
• James 1:26-27

Preguntas frecuentes

How does this verse connect with Jesus' teaching on hypocrisy?

This verse highlights a common issue where people perform religious duties publicly to gain praise, rather than out of genuine devotion. Jesus emphasizes that true faith should be humble and sincere.

Why do you think the Pharisee mentions fasting twice a week?

Fasting was seen as a sign of piety in Jewish culture. By mentioning it specifically, he’s showing off his religious zeal to both Jesus and himself, believing that these actions make him better than others.

What does 'tithing all that I possess' mean?

Tithing means giving a tenth of one's income or possessions as an offering. Here, the Pharisee is boasting about giving more than required, emphasizing his generosity and strict adherence to religious laws.

What lesson can modern Christians learn from this parable?

Modern Christians are reminded that true faith involves humility and sincere actions rather than external show. It’s important to focus on genuine love for God and others, not just outward practices.