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Did Jesus actually replace the temple—or is the story more complex?

In this presentation from the Wheaton Theology Conference, Dr. Marianne Meye Thompson engages with N.T. Wright’s influential work Jesus and the Victory of God, exploring how the Gospel of John interacts with his claims about Jesus and the temple.

A central focus is the idea that Jesus functioned as a replacement for the temple. Thompson examines this view and argues that John’s Gospel presents a deeper, post-resurrection perspective—especially concerning the temple, forgiveness of sins, and the identity of Jesus.

This discussion opens up a richer understanding of how the Gospel of John contributes to one of the most important theological debates in New Testament studies.