Analysis of Jesus' Temple Cleansing in Art and Biblical Narrative

The article examines the biblical account of Jesus expelling merchants from the Temple, an event depicted in multiple artworks. Following his entry into Jerusalem, Jesus overturned tables and drove out sellers, an action described in the Gospel of John. The piece explores theological interpretations of this incident, considering concepts of righteous anger and divine judgment. Several paintings illustrate this scene, including works by El Greco and Giulio Benso. The analysis references biblical passages and theological perspectives to contextualize this episode within Christian teachings.