ESV Reformation Study Bible – Matt 21:13
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Matt 21:13

21:13 den of robbers. The phrase is from Jer. 7:11. Through the prophet the Lord denounced the idea that the physical temple guaranteed His blessing in spite of Judah’s wickedness. This same superstitious notion prevailed in Jesus’ time.