Christian elements heavily influenced by Pharisaic traditions:
Strict Monotheism: Pharisaic emphasis on the absolute oneness of God, excluding any divine beings other than the Father, influenced early church father Christian monotheism, extremely wary of admitting to any other divine beings, hence creating the basis for the later development of Modalist and Trinitarian doctrines.
Church Structure: The synagogue model, developed by the Pharisees, influenced the organization of early Christian gatherings.
Liturgy and Worship: Practices like scripture reading and structured prayers in Christian services were adopted from Pharisaic synagogue traditions.
Scriptural Interpretation: Christian methods of interpreting scripture drew on Pharisaic midrashic techniques, which included allegorical readings.
Festivals: Some Jewish festivals, shaped by Pharisaic practices, were reinterpreted within Christian contexts, such as Pentecost.
Ethical Codes: Pharisaic ethical guidelines and community discipline influenced the development of moral standards in early Christian communities.
Closing of Scriptures: The Pharisees played a role in defining the Jewish canon, which influenced the eventual closing of the Christian Old Testament canon, excluding texts like the Book of Enoch.
Legalism: The development of canon law and traditions within the Church reflects a legalistic approach similar to that of the Pharisees, who emphasized strict adherence to the law.
These elements, rooted in Pharisaic tradition, were integrated into Christianity independently of Jesus' direct teachings, often through early Jewish-Christian interactions.
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