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five hundred denarii: This was nearly two years' wages for a person who earned a living by working different jobs each day. In first-century Galilee, people who were poor often owed large debts to people who were wealthy.
What Jesus said in 7:35 is shown in this story by one of “wisdom’s children” (see study note on 7:35). She is a repentant sinner (a person who turns away from sin). She shows deep gratitude for the forgiveness she has received.
The Pharisees Eating Together Following Jesus The Messianic Banquet
Events
- Anointed by a Sinner Womanc. AD 28
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Glossary
Banker, Banking Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Jesus Christ Justification, Justified Luke, Gospel of Meaning of Meals in the Bible Pence Simon Sin
Topics
Creditor: Merciful Creditors: God's Claim Upon Men Faith: Faith in Christ: The Woman Who Anointed Jesus' Feet Jesus, the Christ: Anointed by a Sinful Woman (At Capernaum) Jesus, the Christ: Parable of Two Debtors Parables: Parables of Christ: Creditor and Debtors Penny: A Denarius Repentance: The Woman Who Anointed Jesus with Oil Self-Righteousness: General Scriptures Concerning Simon: A Pharisee: Jesus Dines With Sin: Degrees In