Temple, The Second
LocationsGeographical Setting
The Second Temple was the reconstructed Jewish holy site in Jerusalem that stood from the 6th century BCE until its destruction by Roman forces in 70 CE.
What is the meaning of Temple, The Second in the Bible?
The Second Temple refers to the Jewish temple in Jerusalem rebuilt after the Babylonian exile. Construction began under the leadership of Zerubbabel and Jeshua following the return of approximately 42,360 exiles from Mesopotamia.
SIGNIFICANCE
It serves as the central religious and political focal point for the Second Temple period, providing the essential context for the books of Ezra, Nehemiah, and the New Testament.
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.