The veil of the temple

Today, let’s look into the account where the veil of the temple was torn from top to bottom. (1) This veil separated the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place in the temple and measured about 20 meters (approx. 66 ft.) in height and 10 meters (approx. 33 ft.) in width. The high priest entered through this veil only once a year into the Most Holy Place. The veil was very thick, making it impossible for a human to tear it. (2) The veil was torn not from bottom up, but from top to bottom, signifying that it was God’s hand that tore it. This holds highly important theological significance. In the Old Testament time, when the Mosaic Law was in effect, only one high priest among the Israelites could enter the presence of God. However, through the death of Christ, all who believe can now enter. In other words, believers in the New Testament time can approach God the Father, entering through the veil of Jesus Christ. Now, we are able to look up to the Creator of heaven and earth. Hallelujah!

The centurion and the women

As a result of witnessing various signs accompanying Christ’s death, the centurion and his soldiers were led to faith. They confess, “Truly this Man (Jesus) was the Son of God!” (ref. Matt. 27:51-56). Observing Jesus on the cross, uttering words different from the other criminals and seeing Him die a noble death, likely led them to faith. In this way, despite being Gentiles, they became pioneers for people who would come to believe in Jesus. We, too, are among those connected to the centurion’s confession of faith. Jesus is not only the Son of God but also our living Lord. The women who had come with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem observed the crucifixion from a distance. While Jesus’ disciples had scattered and fled, these women stayed close to Jesus, witnessing every detail until His burial. They later became the first witnesses to the resurrected Jesus. What can you learn from their actions?