Mark 13:3

"Jesus said to him, “Do you see these great buildings? There will not be left here one stone on another, which will not be thrown down.”"

Key Reflection

This prophetic statement by Jesus highlights the transient nature of physical structures in contrast to the eternal kingdom he was establishing. By predicting the destruction of the temple, Jesus emphasizes that true faith and spiritual worship are more enduring than any material building.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 3. Upon the mount of Olives over against the temple. The Mount of Olives was directly east of Jerusalem, and from it there was a fine view of the temple. __________________________________________________________________

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