Parable of the Publican & the Pharisee: Teaching of the Fathers

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In today’s Gospel, Jesus teaches us the difference between pride and humility through the parable of the Pharisee and the Publican. The Pharisee, filled with self-righteousness, prays only to glorify himself, while the humble Publican simply begs for God’s mercy: “O God, be merciful to me, a sinner.” This homily reflects on why humility is the foundation of true prayer and how pride can destroy even our good works. Drawing on the wisdom of the Church Fathers—St. Augustine, St. Basil, St. John Chrysostom, and St. Thomas Aquinas—we are reminded that only the humble will be exalted, and those who exalt themselves will be humbled. 🙏 Practical takeaways for daily life: Examine the motives of your prayers and good works Resist prideful comparisons with others Practice humility in speech, obedience, and charity Look to Christ and Our Lady as perfect models of humility 📖 Gospel: Luke 18:9-14 🕊️ Theme: Humility in prayer & Christian life ⛪ Liturgical Context: Tenth Sunday after Pentecost #Catholic #Homily #GospelReflection #PhariseeAndPublican #Humility #10thSundayAfterPentecost Sermon on the parable of the publican & the pharisee through the teachings of the Church fathers. 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 Support Catholic Businesses here - https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ Sensus Fidelium Press - https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ Sensus Fidelium Apps - https://sensusfidelium.tv/ Support Sensus Fidelium - https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

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• Parenting
• Bible Study