The sig ifica e of the cleansing of the temple and lessons to learn - JSS2 Christian Religious Studies (CRS) Lesson Note

1. “Den of thieves” is an apparent reference to the cheating and exploitation going on in the house of God.

2. Cleansing the temple was a demonstration of Jesus’ authority.

3. Christians must be ready always to rebuke or even chase away people who have no business being in the house of God or people who treat the house of God with contempt.