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Blueprint for the end.
Daniel 7 provided a blueprint for NT history, and Jesus confirmed it in his Olivet Discourse. The idea was that a 4th Kingdom, the Kingdom of Rome, or the "Roman Empire," would be the final great power on earth to play a role in final judgment on earth.

Jesus saw the fall of Jerusalem 1st, as a prelude to the evangelization, or warning to, the world. As Israel had been a "chosen nation," so the Roman Empire would become a kind of "chosen nation," creating many nations of faith in accordance with God's promises to Abraham.

Daniel saw the Roman Kingdom as continuing until the coming of Christ's Kingdom, the Kingdom of the "Son of Man." This would eventually become a Kingdom consisting of 10 major states. And in fact, throughout NT history, there have been a number of states populating both sections of the old Roman Empire, East and West.

The current move today towards European reunification speaks of this continuing move towards consolidating Europe under a single 10-state entity, dominating the world. The Antichrist, it is said, will have an overwhelming military superiority for 3.5 years.

But after this time period the kings from the East would, it seems, challenge this Antichristian Kingdom. And true to form, China is creating an incredibly powerful force on earth, capable of challenging a unified Europe. Even if the US and Russia, also European peoples, joined in with this European Union, China would be able to challenge it. What do you think?
 
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Blueprint for the end.
Daniel 7 provided a blueprint for NT history, and Jesus confirmed it in his Olivet Discourse. The idea was that a 4th Kingdom, the Kingdom of Rome, or the "Roman Empire," would be the final great power on earth to play a role in final judgment on earth.

Jesus saw the fall of Jerusalem 1st, as a prelude to the evangelization, or warning to, the world. As Israel had been a "chosen nation," so the Roman Empire would become a kind of "chosen nation," creating many nations of faith in accordance with God's promises to Abraham.

Daniel saw the Roman Kingdom as continuing until the coming of Christ's Kingdom, the Kingdom of the "Son of Man." This would eventually become a Kingdom consisting of 10 major states. And in fact, throughout NT history, there have been a number of states populating both sections of the old Roman Empire, East and West.

The current move today towards European reunification speaks of this continuing move towards consolidating Europe under a single 10-state entity, dominating the world. The Antichrist, it is said, will have an overwhelming military superiority for 3.5 years.

But after this time period the kings from the East would, it seems, challenge this Antichristian Kingdom. And true to form, China is creating an incredibly powerful force on earth, capable of challenging a unified Europe. Even if the US and Russia, also European peoples, joined in with this European Union, China would be able to challenge it. What do you think?
The Olivet discourse has absolutely nothing to do with the 70AD Roman destruction of Jerusalem

Your claim of a future 10 state European union, is also a big smile, that teaching came and went after the EU surpassed 10
 
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The Olivet discourse has absolutely nothing to do with the 70AD Roman destruction of Jerusalem

Your claim of a future 10 state European union, is also a big smile, that teaching came and went after the EU surpassed 10

No, the teaching of Hal Lindsey fell short, that the Common Market would likely be the Antichristian Empire. But it certainly does seem to be a prelude to that. The EU came out of that, and is still developing. You can't disprove what hasn't happened yet. And quite frankly, the Bible does teach this, and should be taken seriously.

The Olivet Discourse clearly speaks of the fall of Jerusalem. I would suggest that this is so obvious I have no interest in proving it. It's clearly stated.
 

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The Olivet Discourse clearly speaks of the fall of Jerusalem. I would suggest that this is so obvious I have no interest in proving it. It's clearly stated.
The Complete Chapter Of Matthew 24 Is Dedicated In Answering The Questions In Verse Three Below

Matthew 24:3KJV
3 And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world?

We clearly see Matthew 24:15 in Daniel's (AOD) that causes (The Great Tribulation) in Matthew 24:21, and immediately after this tribulation the second coming takes place as seen in Matthew 24:29-30 (They Shall See The Son Of Man Coming)

The Olivet discourse is showing future signs that lead up to the future second coming of Jesus Christ and end of this world
 

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Revelation 11:v.15and18
15 And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great voices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever.
18 And the nations will be angry., and GOD's wrath is come,...

Revelation 5:v.10 - And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we will reign on the earth.

Matthew 5:v. 5 - Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
 
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No, the teaching of Hal Lindsey fell short, that the Common Market would likely be the Antichristian Empire. But it certainly does seem to be a prelude to that. The EU came out of that, and is still developing. You can't disprove what hasn't happened yet. And quite frankly, the Bible does teach this, and should be taken seriously.

The Olivet Discourse clearly speaks of the fall of Jerusalem. I would suggest that this is so obvious I have no interest in proving it. It's clearly stated.
It's my "opinion" that the (Ten Kings) seen below that have no Kingdom yet will represent the 10 lost tribes of Israel that will be recognized quickly (One Hour) by the Beast and his kingdom

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SANHEDRIN MEETS WITH REPRESENTATIVE OF ‘TEN LOST TRIBES’: LAUNCHES EFFORTS TO RETURN THEM TO ISRAEL
BY ADAM ELIYAHU BERKOWITZ | JAN 12, 2020 | UNCATEGORIZED

Revelation 17:12-13KJV
12 And the ten horns which thou sawest are ten kings, which have received no kingdom as yet; but receive power as kings one hour with the beast.
13 These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength unto the beast.
12 And the ten horns which thou sawest are ten kings, which have received no kingdom as yet; but receive power as kings one hour with the beast.
13 These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength unto the beast.
 

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The Complete Chapter Of Matthew 24 Is Dedicated In Answering The Questions In Verse Three Below

Matthew 24:3KJV
3 And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world?

We clearly see Matthew 24:15 in Daniel's (AOD) that causes (The Great Tribulation) in Matthew 24:21, and immediately after this tribulation the second coming takes place as seen in Matthew 24:29-30 (They Shall See The Son Of Man Coming)

The Olivet discourse is showing future signs that lead up to the future second coming of Jesus Christ and end of this world

No, Jesus is answering the question *when* shall these things be? In other words, when will the temple be destroyed, brick by brick?

When Jesus said that every stone of the temple would be taken down, the Disciples asked him about the future hope of Israel, or the "end of the age." The "age" had to do with the time Israel remains in punishment until they are restored as a nation, never more to be destroyed. They could not understand how their Messiah could come, ostensibly to save the nation, only to call upon the Romans to destroy their major city and the temple of God!

And so, yes, the Disciples asked about the end of the age, and the dawn of the Messianic era. How did the fall of the temple fit in with the Jewish Hope?

But Jesus was answering their major question: *when* would all these things take place? When would the temple be destroyed. In every account, this is the major concern of the Disciples, and the primary thing Jesus was predicted to befall Israel in "this generation."

And Jesus' answer to their question was precisely that--it would be in "this generation." In other words, people alive in that day would actually see the destruction of the temple. And they did. 40 years later, people alive when Jesus said this also saw the Romans come to destroy the temple, which took place in 70 AD.

Matt 23.37 “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were not willing. 38 Look, your house is left to you desolate. 39 For I tell you, you will not see me again until you say, ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.’”
24.1 Jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. 2 “Do you see all these things?” he asked. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?”

Mark 13.1 As Jesus was leaving the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher! What massive stones! What magnificent buildings!”
2 “Do you see all these great buildings?” replied Jesus. “Not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter, James, John and Andrew asked him privately, 4 “Tell us, when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are all about to be fulfilled?”

Luke 19.41 As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it 42 and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes. 43 The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side. 44 They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of God’s coming to you.”
21.5 Some of his disciples were remarking about how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and with gifts dedicated to God. But Jesus said, 6 “As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one of them will be thrown down.”
7 “Teacher,” they asked, “when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?”
 

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On another note, I would suggest that Jesus' Disciples were asking about the "sign of Jesus' Coming" in the context of Jesus' statement that the temple would be annihilated. They had expected their Messiah to save Israel--not to destroy Israel. So they wanted to receive a sign *at that time* that Jesus would save Israel. His Coming had to do with the prophecies of Israel's final salvation.

The "sign" Jesus indicated would initially be the destruction of Israel, followed by an age of punishment for the Jewish People, because their leaders and a whole generation had led them astray. There would be no sign of an imminent salvation, except the fact that Jesus himself was there in their midst. All pretenders to an imminent coming of the Kingdom would be false signs.
 

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No, Jesus is answering the question *when* shall these things be? In other words, when will the temple be destroyed, brick by brick?

When Jesus said that every stone of the temple would be taken down, the Disciples asked him about the future hope of Israel, or the "end of the age." The "age" had to do with the time Israel remains in punishment until they are restored as a nation, never more to be destroyed. They could not understand how their Messiah could come, ostensibly to save the nation, only to call upon the Romans to destroy their major city and the temple of God!

And so, yes, the Disciples asked about the end of the age, and the dawn of the Messianic era. How did the fall of the temple fit in with the Jewish Hope?

But Jesus was answering their major question: *when* would all these things take place? When would the temple be destroyed. In every account, this is the major concern of the Disciples, and the primary thing Jesus was predicted to befall Israel in "this generation."

And Jesus' answer to their question was precisely that--it would be in "this generation." In other words, people alive in that day would actually see the destruction of the temple. And they did. 40 years later, people alive when Jesus said this also saw the Romans come to destroy the temple, which took place in 70 AD.

Matt 23.37 “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were not willing. 38 Look, your house is left to you desolate. 39 For I tell you, you will not see me again until you say, ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.’”
24.1 Jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. 2 “Do you see all these things?” he asked. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?”

Mark 13.1 As Jesus was leaving the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher! What massive stones! What magnificent buildings!”
2 “Do you see all these great buildings?” replied Jesus. “Not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter, James, John and Andrew asked him privately, 4 “Tell us, when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are all about to be fulfilled?”

Luke 19.41 As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it 42 and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes. 43 The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side. 44 They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of God’s coming to you.”
21.5 Some of his disciples were remarking about how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and with gifts dedicated to God. But Jesus said, 6 “As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one of them will be thrown down.”
7 “Teacher,” they asked, “when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?”
The temple was made of stone not brick

Jesus spoke symbolically of the temple of his body, not a physical temple in Jerusalem

Will you be as the pharisees in believing it was a literal temple of stone, that took 46 years to build?

Yes his disciples remembered he had stated such in their presence, it's that simple

John 2:18-22KJV
18 Then answered the Jews and said unto him, What sign shewest thou unto us, seeing that thou doest these things?
19 Jesus answered and said unto them, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.
20 Then said the Jews, Forty and six years was this temple in building, and wilt thou rear it up in three days?
21 But he spake of the temple of his body.
22 When therefore he was risen from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this unto them; and they believed the scripture, and the word which Jesus had said.
 
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No, Jesus is answering the question *when* shall these things be? In other words, when will the temple be destroyed, brick by brick?

When Jesus said that every stone of the temple would be taken down, the Disciples asked him about the future hope of Israel, or the "end of the age." The "age" had to do with the time Israel remains in punishment until they are restored as a nation, never more to be destroyed. They could not understand how their Messiah could come, ostensibly to save the nation, only to call upon the Romans to destroy their major city and the temple of God!

And so, yes, the Disciples asked about the end of the age, and the dawn of the Messianic era. How did the fall of the temple fit in with the Jewish Hope?

But Jesus was answering their major question: *when* would all these things take place? When would the temple be destroyed. In every account, this is the major concern of the Disciples, and the primary thing Jesus was predicted to befall Israel in "this generation."

And Jesus' answer to their question was precisely that--it would be in "this generation." In other words, people alive in that day would actually see the destruction of the temple. And they did. 40 years later, people alive when Jesus said this also saw the Romans come to destroy the temple, which took place in 70 AD.

Matt 23.37 “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were not willing. 38 Look, your house is left to you desolate. 39 For I tell you, you will not see me again until you say, ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.’”
24.1 Jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. 2 “Do you see all these things?” he asked. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?”

Mark 13.1 As Jesus was leaving the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher! What massive stones! What magnificent buildings!”
2 “Do you see all these great buildings?” replied Jesus. “Not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter, James, John and Andrew asked him privately, 4 “Tell us, when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are all about to be fulfilled?”

Luke 19.41 As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it 42 and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes. 43 The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side. 44 They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of God’s coming to you.”
21.5 Some of his disciples were remarking about how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and with gifts dedicated to God. But Jesus said, 6 “As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one of them will be thrown down.”
7 “Teacher,” they asked, “when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?”
Did the generation of 70AD see the coming of Jesus Christ, did they lift up their heads as their redemption drew near "No" it's a future event unfulfilled

Luke 21:25-28KJV
25 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring;
26 Men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken.
27 And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.
28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.
 

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The Antichrist, it is said, will have an overwhelming military superiority for 3.5 years.

But after this time period the kings from the East would, it seems, challenge this Antichristian Kingdom. And true to form, China is creating an incredibly powerful force on earth, capable of challenging a unified Europe. Even if the US and Russia, also European peoples, joined in with this European Union, China would be able to challenge it. What do you think?
The Great Trib Will Be Upon The Antichrist And Wicked, The Church Is Protected, Dont Be Deceived

There's Going To Be An End Times Persecution, The Beast And His Kingdom Are The Target Of God's Empowered (Two Witnesses)

The Great Tribulation Will Come Upon The Wicked World, While The (Sealed Church) Is Protected

The (Sealed Church) will be present on earth and protected, when wicked men are tormented 5 months, desiring to die as death flees

All saved believers are (Sealed) by God, Eph 1:13, 4:30

Ephesians 1:13KJV
13 In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,

Ephesians 4:30KJV
30 And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.

It Was Commanded, Only Those Without God's Seal Will Be Tormented, The Sealed Church Is Protected

Revelation 9:3-6KJV
3 And there came out of the smoke locusts upon the earth: and unto them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power.
4 And it was commanded them that they should not hurt the grass of the earth, neither any green thing, neither any tree; but only those men which have not the seal of God in their foreheads.
5 And to them it was given that they should not kill them, but that they should be tormented five months: and their torment was as the torment of a scorpion, when he striketh a man.
6 And in those days shall men seek death, and shall not find it; and shall desire to die, and death shall flee from them.

Plagues upon The Beast and his Kingdom, a remake of Moses/Aaron against Pharaoh of Egypt

Revelation 11:3-6
3 And I will give power unto my two witnesses, and they shall prophesy a thousand two hundred and threescore days, clothed in sackcloth.
4 These are the two olive trees, and the two candlesticks standing before the God of the earth.
5 And if any man will hurt them, fire proceedeth out of their mouth, and devoureth their enemies: and if any man will hurt them, he must in this manner be killed.
6 These have power to shut heaven, that it rain not in the days of their prophecy: and have power over waters to turn them to blood, and to smite the earth with all plagues, as often as they will.

Revelation 16:1-11KJV
1 And I heard a great voice out of the temple saying to the seven angels, Go your ways, and pour out the vials of the wrath of God upon the earth.
2 And the first went, and poured out his vial upon the earth; and there fell a noisome and grievous sore upon the men which had the mark of the beast, and upon them which worshipped his image.
3 And the second angel poured out his vial upon the sea; and it became as the blood of a dead man: and every living soul died in the sea.
4 And the third angel poured out his vial upon the rivers and fountains of waters; and they became blood.
5 And I heard the angel of the waters say, Thou art righteous, O Lord, which art, and wast, and shalt be, because thou hast judged thus.
6 For they have shed the blood of saints and prophets, and thou hast given them blood to drink; for they are worthy.
7 And I heard another out of the altar say, Even so, Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are thy judgments.
8 And the fourth angel poured out his vial upon the sun; and power was given unto him to scorch men with fire.
9 And men were scorched with great heat, and blasphemed the name of God, which hath power over these plagues: and they repented not to give him glory.
10 And the fifth angel poured out his vial upon the seat of the beast; and his kingdom was full of darkness; and they gnawed their tongues for pain,
11 And blasphemed the God of heaven because of their pains and their sores, and repented not of their deeds.
 

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The temple was made of stone not brick


When someone tries to play word games, I know they're done. Sorry, get back to me when you sincerely wish to discuss the real issues.

Jesus spoke symbolically of the temple of his body, not a physical temple in Jerusalem


He did both. He spoke of the physical temple, and he spoke of the temple of his body. He also spoke of God's dwelling in heaven.
 

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When someone tries to play word games, I know they're done. Sorry, get back to me when you sincerely wish to discuss the real issues.



He did both. He spoke of the physical temple, and he spoke of the temple of his body. He also spoke of God's dwelling in heaven.
No word games, the temple was made of stone not brick as you stated

Yes, Jesus spoke of the temple in his body, not a physical temple in Jerusalem

The real issues are being discussed, and it appears the truth of Gods words prevailed, Amen
 
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Revelation 11:v.15and18
15 And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great voices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever.
18 And the nations will be angry., and GOD's wrath is come,...

Revelation 5:v.10 - And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we will reign on the earth.

Matthew 5:v. 5 - Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
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No word games, the temple was made of stone not brick as you stated

Then you don't have a basic education in illiteral use of words. If I say you're half-baked, I don't mean you're really going to get into on oven and turn up the heat. Sometimes stones can be shaped as bricks, and still be called either stones or bricks. It's not the exact word that matters here--it's the sentiment. And you're trying to get off of the main subject, aren't you?

Don't you understand that words mean what they mean as the speaker intends the words to be used? The listener cannot impose what the speaker means by the words he uses. I had no intention of speaking as to whether the temple was made of bricks, stones, or if they were both the same thing. My intention, as you can easily see, was to show that a literal temple, made of stone, woods, bricks or whatever, was what Jesus referred to.

Yes, Jesus spoke of the temple in his body, not a physical temple in Jerusalem

The real issues are being discussed, and it appears the truth of Gods words prevailed, Amen

Then you just don't believe what Jesus was recorded as saying. An army doesn't lay up siege works against an imaginary temple, nor surround a heavenly temple. Nor can it be said that surrounding Jesus himself was laying siege to him.

Maybe you should actually consider that you might be wrong? I don't know a single scholar who would agree with you, that the temple refers exclusively to Jesus' body, and never to the physical temple in Jerusalem. If they agreed with you, I don't think that anybody could call them "scholars" at all!

Matt 23.37 “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were not willing. 38 Look, your house is left to you desolate. 39 For I tell you, you will not see me again until you say, ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.’”
24.1 Jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. 2 “Do you see all these things?” he asked. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?”

Mark 13.1 As Jesus was leaving the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher! What massive stones! What magnificent buildings!”
2 “Do you see all these great buildings?” replied Jesus. “Not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter, James, John and Andrew asked him privately, 4 “Tell us, when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are all about to be fulfilled?”

Luke 19.41 As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it 42 and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes. 43 The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side. 44 They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of God’s coming to you.”
21.5 Some of his disciples were remarking about how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and with gifts dedicated to God. But Jesus said, 6 “As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one of them will be thrown down.”
7 “Teacher,” they asked, “when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?”
 
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The Rev makes a great little honey trap, huh?

Revelation 11:v.15and18 ;
15 And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great voices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are become the kingdoms of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever.
18 And the nations will be angry., and GOD's wrath is come,...


Revelation 5:v.10 - And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we will reign on the earth.

Matthew 5:v. 5 - Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

On the other hand, out side of GOD's kingdom there will be the hell's fire, a furnace of fire. And they will shout, saying: Lord, Lord, we have prophesied in thy name; in thy name we have cast out devils; in thy name we have done many wonderful works. Lord, Lord, open to us. They will cry/wail and will gnash of teeth.
 
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My intention, as you can easily see, was to show that a literal temple, made of stone, woods, bricks or whatever, was what Jesus referred to.

Then you just don't believe what Jesus was recorded as saying. An army doesn't lay up siege works against an imaginary temple, nor surround a heavenly temple. Nor can it be said that surrounding Jesus himself was laying siege to him.

Maybe you should actually consider that you might be wrong? I don't know a single scholar who would agree with you, that the temple refers exclusively to Jesus' body, and never to the physical temple in Jerusalem. If they agreed with you, I don't think that anybody could call them "scholars" at all!

Matt 23.37 “Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were not willing. 38 Look, your house is left to you desolate. 39 For I tell you, you will not see me again until you say, ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.’”
24.1 Jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. 2 “Do you see all these things?” he asked. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. “Tell us,” they said, “when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?”

Mark 13.1 As Jesus was leaving the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher! What massive stones! What magnificent buildings!”
2 “Do you see all these great buildings?” replied Jesus. “Not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”
3 As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter, James, John and Andrew asked him privately, 4 “Tell us, when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are all about to be fulfilled?”

Luke 19.41 As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it 42 and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes. 43 The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side. 44 They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of God’s coming to you.”
21.5 Some of his disciples were remarking about how the temple was adorned with beautiful stones and with gifts dedicated to God. But Jesus said, 6 “As for what you see here, the time will come when not one stone will be left on another; every one of them will be thrown down.”
7 “Teacher,” they asked, “when will these things happen? And what will be the sign that they are about to take place?”
I'm fully aware of your intentions, however they are in error

Jesus spoke symbolically of the temple of his body, not a physical temple in Jerusalem

Will you be as the pharisees in believing it was a literal temple of stone, that took 46 years to build?

Yes his disciples remembered he had stated such in their presence, it's that simple

John 2:18-22KJV
18 Then answered the Jews and said unto him, What sign shewest thou unto us, seeing that thou doest these things?
19 Jesus answered and said unto them, Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.
20 Then said the Jews, Forty and six years was this temple in building, and wilt thou rear it up in three days?
21 But he spake of the temple of his body.
22 When therefore he was risen from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this unto them; and they believed the scripture, and the word which Jesus had said.
 

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On the other hand, out side of GOD's kingdom there will be the hell's fire, a furnace of fire. And they will shout, saying: Lord, Lord, we have prophesied in thy name; in thy name we have cast out devils; in thy name we have done many wonderful works. Lord, Lord, open to us. They will cry/wail and will gnash of teeth.
I agree, the lake of fire will be outside the gates of New Jerusalem

Isaiah 66:24KJV
24 And they shall go forth, and look upon the carcases of the men that have transgressed against me: for their worm shall not die, neither shall their fire be quenched; and they shall be an abhorring unto all flesh.1

Revelation 22:14-15KJV
14 Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.
15 For without are dogs, and sorcerers, and whoremongers, and murderers, and idolaters, and whosoever loveth and maketh a lie.