Luke 18:9
And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others:
Context
This verse from Luke Chapter 18 connects to 10 cross-references. Parables on persistent prayer: the unjust judge and the widow who wore him out. The Pharisee and the tax collector: everyone who exalts himself will be humbled. Let the children come: receive the kingdom like a child. The rich young …
Other Translations
And he spake also this parable unto certain who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and set all others at nought:
And he spake also unto certain who have been trusting in themselves that they were righteous, and have been despising the rest, this simile:
And he made this story for some people who were certain that they were good, and had a low opinion of others:
Cross References
There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness.
Which say, Stand by thyself, come not near to me; for I am holier than thou. These are a smoke …
Hear the word of the Lord, ye that tremble at his word; Your brethren that hated you, that cast you …
Now when the Pharisee which had bidden him saw it, he spake within himself, saying, This man, if he were …
But he, willing to justify himself, said unto Jesus, And who is my neighbour?
And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them.
And he answering said to his father, Lo, these many years do I serve thee, neither transgressed I at any …
But as soon as this thy son was come, which hath devoured thy living with harlots, thou hast killed for …
And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that …
The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, …