Ever wonder what may be the least respected profession in our society? Lawyers get teased quite a bit, but in reality, they are generally well respected. Federal employees also take quite a ribbing, especially those who work for the IRS, but again, many people would love to work for the government. There really are very few jobs in America that pay well that do not have thousands clambering to secure one. But in Jesus’ day there were many jobs that were looked down upon by the average Jewish man or woman. Working with unclean animals, carrying on a business that operated during the Sabbath, or working any job that assisted the dreaded Roman occupiers. All these professions were regarded as less than dignified in the Israel of Jesus’ day. Those who worked them despite the social stigma were often considered to be outright ungodly. No profession, h ...