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The Temple of Herod
Title
The Temple of Herod
Publication Type
Chart
Year of Publication
2002
Authors
Welch, John W. (Primary), and Hall, John F. (Primary)
Number
3-6
Publisher
Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies
City
Provo, UT
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Bibliographic Citation
Welch, John W., and Hall, John F. "The Temple of Herod", Vol. 3-6.
Provo, UT: Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies, 2002.
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Abstract
The floor plan of the temple is given on chart 3-6. This building was spectacular and magnificent, adorned with splendor and wealth. Its design emphasized the sanctity of the inner sanctuary, the Holy of Holies, where the High Priest alone officiated. The New Testament, especially in the Epistle to the Hebrews, recognizes Jesus as the new and eternal High Priest who offered the ultimate atoning sacrifice. The temple proper was contained within the temple complex located on the top of a large platform known as the Temple Mount. In the porticos surrounding that area were money changers, merchants selling sacrificial animals, and meeting places, where Jesus often taught, worked, challenged the established regime and was challenged back. Rendition of the temple courtesy of Michael Lyon.
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