The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 83: Jesus and the Temple (2025)
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Mar 24, 2025 Explore the profound significance of the Temple in Jesus's life and ministry. Discover how it was more than just a place of worship—it was a central hub of Jewish culture. Delve into Jesus's deep reverence for the Temple and the dramatic implications of his prophecies regarding its destruction. Learn how he redefined worship with the institution of the Eucharist, reshaping the understanding of sacred spaces.
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The Temple's Significance
- The Temple in Jerusalem was not just a place of worship for Jewish people.
- It served as a central hub for governance, commerce, and their entire lives, connecting them to God.
Jesus as the Temple
- Jesus is the fulfillment of the Temple, just as he is the fulfillment of the Law.
- His body is the new temple, and he is the ultimate place of God's presence and worship.
Temple and Jewish Identity
- The temple was essential for Jewish identity because it facilitated their relationship with God.
- If God left the temple, their purpose for existence would vanish.