Miracle of the Temple Curtain Torn in Two

FIRST MIRACLE

“And Jesus uttered a loud cry, and breathed His last. And the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom.” (Mark 15:37-38)

The temple curtain (veil) torn in two is one of a number of miracles that happened after the crucifixion.

And it’s interesting that Mark records it first immediately following Christ’s last breath.

It’s because it’s that important.

MIRACLE MEANING

So what is the significance of the temple curtain being torn in two?

Quite simply, the temple curtain separated God’s most holy place from the people.

It showed that the way to God was closed because of sin.

But Jesus opened it back up through His death on the cross!

And so the curtain was torn in two / split right down the middle (it was a very thick curtain by the way) which communicates that sins are forgiven and there is no longer any barrier.

Add to that, the tearing from top to bottom indicates that God the Father opened the way Himself.

You can come to God by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.

He is the priest that has made it possible. (Hebrews 7:26-28)

This is the real miracle of the temple curtain torn in two.

“Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16)

(Rending of the Temple Veil picture above in the public domain: click here.)

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