The statement that does not describe the Pharisees is "supported an independent Israel."
The Pharisees were primarily concerned with religious law and practice rather than political independence. Their focus was on interpreting and adhering to the Mosaic Law and tradition, and while they did exist in a context that included Roman rule over Israel, their primary interest was in religious matters rather than political sovereignty. The other statements correctly describe the Pharisees' beliefs and practices.
1 answer