Jesus Foretells the Destruction of the Temple

Jesus speaks about the impending destruction of the temple, emphasizing that not one stone will be left upon another. A disciple is amazed by the magnificent buildings, prompting Jesus to reveal the fate of these structures during his discourse on the Mount of Olives, known as the Olivet Discourse. He explains that this destruction signifies the end of the temple institution and foreshadows significant distress, including wars and false messiahs claiming divinity. This prediction comes to fruition when the Romans besiege Jerusalem in A.D. 70, validating Jesus' prophecy as he had warned his followers to flee at the first signs of encroaching armies.