Sadducee

Definition

The Sadducees were a political group of Jewish priests during the time of Jesus Christ. They supported Roman rule and did not believe in the resurrection.

• Many Sadducees were wealthy, upper-class Jews who held powerful leadership positions such as chief priest and high priest.
• The duties of the Sadducees included taking care of the temple complex and priestly tasks such as offering sacrifices.
• The Sadducees and the Pharisees strongly influenced the Roman leaders to crucify Jesus.
• Jesus spoke against these two religious groups because of their selfishness and hypocrisy.

(See also: chief priests, council, high priest, hypocrite, Jewish leaders, Pharisee, priest)

Bible References

• Acts 4:3
• Acts 5:17-18
• Luke 20:27
• Matthew 3:7
• Matthew 16:1

Word Data

• Strong’s: G45230