Jesus was made a public figure only after he made the traders leave the courtyard. He did not have direct authority like the police did, but he was very angered that the traders were using the temple for something other than worship. After he ordered everyone to leave, Jesus and his disciples went into hiding and were “on the run” shortly after the temple incident. This undoubtedly changed their whole lives because now Jesus was important and his disciples were wanted people; everyone seemed to be after them.
Apart from this, the chapter talks about a usual pattern that Jesus used for preaching in Jerusalem. First, he had an urgent request for immediate change. Second, he would issue a warning about he disastrous consequences of not changing. Lastly, he promised a new temple or community if there was to be an immediate change. This format can be compared to a mother telling her child to clean his room. (Example: First, the mother asks her son to clean his room. Secondly, if he didn't clean his room, he would not be able to play outside that day. Lastly, If he did clean his room, he could play outside with his friends.) Jesus' preachings were very influential on the community. Overall, chapter 14 mostly deals with Jesus’ reputation post temple incident and how people were starting to recognize him and listen to what he had to say.
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