Matthew 12:7

"But I tell you that one greater than the temple is here."

Key Reflection

This statement by Jesus emphasizes that He Himself surpasses the significance of the physical temple, symbolizing His role as the dwelling place of God among men and the center of spiritual worship, rendering the temple obsolete in a new covenant context.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

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