authority to disrupt the daily business at the temple (John 2:18–22). Jesus told them that if they destroyed this temple, He would raise it up again in three days. John explains that Jesus referred to His own death and resurrection, as the disciples recalled afterwards (vv. 21–22). But the Jews misunderstood Him, thinking He was referring to the building in Jerusalem. In these discussions, we find a very interesting contrast. Jesus predicted the sign of His resurrection even when He knew that His