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The Sadducees And Sects Of Judaism

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Most religions have different branches that form its religion tree. The congregations may not practice the religion in the same manner as their neighbors, but they believe in a common tree trunk. Judaism is not any different. Four main branches or sects of the Judaism tree from Jesus’ time played a vital role in his rise, demise, and rise again. The four sects that contributed to Jesus’ rise and paramount fate include the Sadducees, Pharisees, Essenes, and Zealots. The Sadducees were composed primarily of the upper-class members of the community. This sect often fulfilled the roles of politicians as well as social and religious leaders. The Sadducees were believed to oversee the care of the Jewish Temple. Although they were one
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