Dramatic and powerful depiction of the biblical story of Jesus Christ cleansing the temple by driving out the money changers and merchants. In a scene filled with righteous fury, Jesus forcefully overturns tables and scatters gold coins as he confronts greed and corruption within a sacred place of worship. The background includes fallen market stalls, clay jars, and Roman-inspired architecture, amplifying the historical and spiritual tension of the moment. His intense expression and dynamic posture evoke themes of divine justice, spiritual cleansing, and moral conviction, captured in a vivid and emotionally charged artistic style. The Cleansing of the Temple. It is found in all four Gospels, which is rare and emphasizes its importance. Here are the references: Matthew 21:12â13 Mark 11:15â17 Luke 19:45â46 John 2:13â17 In this passage, Jesus drives out the money changers and merchants from the temple, accusing them of turning a house of prayer into a den of thieves. The scene is often interpreted as an act of righteous indignation and a symbol of spiritual purification.
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