How did Christ estimate the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees?

Answer

"For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and
Pharisees, you shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven!' Verse 20.

Why does God manifest such mercy and long-suffering toward men?
21. What shows that the new, or second, covenant and the Abrahamic covenant are virtually the same?
What prophecy spoke of their return from captivity?
Are the angels interested in the plan of salvation?
What did Christ learn through suffering?
What is the bond of perfection?
How did Elijah pray before obtaining his request?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle