Outline the functions of the temple of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus

      

Outline the functions of the temple of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus

  

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Kavungya
? It was a house / of place of prayer/ worship.
? All first born male children were dedicated in the temple.
? The priests offered sacrifices / burnt incense in the temple.
? The teaching of the law was conducted in the temple.
? Religious festivals were held here
? Circumcision/ Naming took place here.
? The animal and birds for sacrifices were sold/ exchanged here.
? The priests were dedicated / in the temple.
? It was a major religious centre for the Jews/ unifying factor for the Jews.
? The Ark of the Covenant was kept in the temple/ sign of God’s presence among his people.
? It was a dwelling place for the priests.
? It was the seat for the Sanhedrin / acted as a court.
? It was a place of pilgrimage for Jews of Diaspora.
Kavungya answered the question on March 11, 2019 at 09:56


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