Historical context
The Second Temple
The heart of Jerusalem
Expanded by Herod, it was the center of Jewish worship. Jesus cleansed it; its veil was torn at the cross.
Where to read in the Bible
- Mark 11:15–17
- Matthew 27:51
Connections
- linked to Jesus of Nazareth · stated in the text · Mark 11:15
- linked to The Sadducees · factual · Acts 4:1
- linked to The cleansing of the temple · stated in the text · Mark 11:15