Giving authority to both the written law and the oral interpretation of the law, this 1st century Jewish group emphasized Temple regulations for purity and ritual observance and extending them into the life of the home; this group also believed in angels and the resurrection. Jesus had harsh criticisms of this group.
A. Pharisees
B. Sadducees
C. Zealots
D. Essenes
Ans: A. Pharisees
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