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Part 19
The Veil Is Torn in Half
According to the Gospel of Matthew 27:50-51 in the KJV, when Jesus was hanging on the cross, enduring immense suffering, something remarkable happened.
"Jesus, when he had cried again with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost. And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent."
After Jesus had cried out again, he gave up his spirit, signifying his death. Immediately following this moment, an extraordinary event occurred. The veil of the temple, which separated the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place, was torn in two from top to bottom. Additionally, there was an earthquake, and rocks were split apart.
The veil being torn holds great significance. In the Jewish temple, the veil, also known as the curtain, acted as a barrier between the Holy Place and the Most Holy Place. The Most Holy Place was the sacred area where God's presence dwelled, and only the high priest could enter once a year on the Day of Atonement. The tearing of the veil symbolized the removal of the separation between God and humanity, signifying that access to God's presence was now open to all through Jesus' sacrifice.
The tearing of the veil also typified the fulfillment of the Old Testament law and prophecies. It represented the end of the old covenant and the inauguration of the new covenant in Jesus Christ. Through his sacrificial death, Jesus became the ultimate High Priest, mediating between God and humanity, and providing direct access to God's presence.
The earthquake and the splitting of rocks demonstrated the profound impact of Jesus' death on creation. They signified the cosmic significance of this event and served as a powerful manifestation of God's power and judgment.
The tearing of the veil, the earthquake, and the splitting of rocks were extraordinary signs that accompanied Jesus' death, emphasizing the significance of his sacrifice and the establishment of a new way for people to approach God. They highlight the central message of the Gospel, which is redemption and reconciliation through Jesus Christ alone.
