Mark 14:59
"“We heard him say, ‘I will destroy this temple that is made with hands, and in three days I will build another made without hands.’”"
Key Reflection
This statement by Jesus foreshadows his crucifixion and resurrection, where the physical destruction of his body symbolizes the spiritual rebuilding of a greater temple—the church. The contrast between the temporary, physical structure and the eternal, spiritual one underscores the transformative power of Christ's sacrifice.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes