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| − | "The Temple" refers in the [[Bible]] to the landmark synagogue in [[Jerusalem]], | + | "The Temple" refers in the [[Bible]] to the landmark synagogue in [[Jerusalem]], the first Temple was destroyed by the Babylonians 586 BCE, the Second was destroyed by the [[Roman]]s in 70 A.D. during the First Jewish-Roman War. Subsequently, the Temple was built for the third time. |
==Religion== | ==Religion== | ||
| − | More generally, a '''temple''' is a place of [[worship]], or something in which a God or Gods are thought to dwell. Often a structure dedicated to one or more deities, temples are frequently thought to be impressive and/or imposing constructions. However, some religions (most notably [[Christianity]]) believe that the human body itself is a place where God resides, and | + | More generally, a '''temple''' is a place of [[worship]], or something in which a God or Gods are thought to dwell. Often a structure dedicated to one or more deities, temples are frequently thought to be impressive and/or imposing constructions. However, some religions (most notably [[Christianity]]) believe that the human body itself is a place where God resides, and thus can be seen as a temple of worship. In contrast, a tabernacle was a portable sanctuary for worship when there was no [[Temple]]. |
==American Universities== | ==American Universities== | ||
Latest revision as of 03:04, July 22, 2026
"The Temple" refers in the Bible to the landmark synagogue in Jerusalem, the first Temple was destroyed by the Babylonians 586 BCE, the Second was destroyed by the Romans in 70 A.D. during the First Jewish-Roman War. Subsequently, the Temple was built for the third time.
Religion
More generally, a temple is a place of worship, or something in which a God or Gods are thought to dwell. Often a structure dedicated to one or more deities, temples are frequently thought to be impressive and/or imposing constructions. However, some religions (most notably Christianity) believe that the human body itself is a place where God resides, and thus can be seen as a temple of worship. In contrast, a tabernacle was a portable sanctuary for worship when there was no Temple.
American Universities
Temple University is an American University in Pennsylvania. Known especially well for excellent programs in the fields of Law, Education and Business, and for their multiple collegiate sports programs.
Anatomy
The temple is a term used to refer to an area on the side of the head, behind the eyes.