Matthew 4:6

"Then the devil took him into the holy city. He set him on the pinnacle of the temple,"

Key Reflection

In Matthew 4:6, setting Jesus on the pinnacle of the temple represents a temptation to worship material power and authority over spiritual matters. This act challenges Jesus to forsake his mission as the Son of God for temporary earthly glory, highlighting the conflict between spiritual truth and worldly seduction.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 6. No Barnes text on this verse. {e} "for it is written" Ps 91:11,12 __________________________________________________________________

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