Jesus, the eschatological temple
Book Description
In the Gospel of John, Jesus performs a dramatic action in the Jerusalem temple that has captivated scholars and spiritual seekers for centuries. While this pivotal moment has been extensively studied, Jacob Chanikuzhy offers a fresh perspective by examining it through previously unexplored lenses that illuminate its deeper spiritual significance.
This scholarly work delves into the unique way John presents Jesus' temple encounter, placing it within the rich context of ancient Jewish expectations about a future, divine temple. Chanikuzhy explores how first-century believers envisioned an eschatological temple and examines the varied responses that emerged after the Jerusalem temple's destruction in 70 C.E., including apocalyptic, rabbinic, and political reactions.
Through this contextual approach, the author reveals why John's Gospel presents Jesus himself as the temple and clarifies the profound meaning behind the declaration that Jesus' body is the temple. This interpretation opens new pathways for understanding not only this specific biblical passage but also broader themes throughout John's Gospel.
For readers seeking deeper insight into Christian spirituality and the symbolic language of the New Testament, this work offers a rigorous yet accessible exploration of how ancient temple imagery continues to speak to contemporary faith. The book demonstrates how understanding historical context can unlock layers of meaning that enrich spiritual understanding and personal reflection on the nature of divine presence.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~11 hours)
📄 Length: 407 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. gospels
- ✓ Explore Bible
- ✓ Explore Person and offices
- ✓ Explore Jewish Eschatology
- ✓ Explore Temple of Jerusalem (Jerusalem)
- ✓ Explore Christology
- ✓ Explore Cleansing of the Temple
