GCEChristian Religious StudiesParables and Miracles2020

Which of the following correctly identifies the point of contrast Jesus draws in the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Luke 18:9-14)?

AExternal religious practice versus sincere repentanceCORRECT
BWealth versus poverty as a basis for God's favour
CJewish righteousness versus Gentile sinfulness
DPrayer in the Temple versus prayer in private
AI
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Why the answer is A, and why the others tempt you.
Jesus contrasted the Pharisee, who prided himself on his religious performances such as fasting and tithing, with the tax collector, who humbly beat his breast and asked God for mercy. Jesus declared the tax collector justified rather than the Pharisee. The parable rejects self-righteous religiosity and affirms that genuine humility and repentance are the basis of acceptance before God.
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