A house of prayer for all nations
Jesus quotes the temple's vocation as a house of prayer for all peoples.
Historical context
The oracle promises welcome for faithful foreigners and gathers outsiders into the LORD's worship.
Tradition note
Follow the unity of the incarnate Word's life and Israel's Scriptures, as read in the Church's worship and Christological tradition. The labels distinguish the New Testament's citations from broader applications and typology; original historical contexts remain visible.
Avoid overclaiming
This is a promise of inclusive worship, not a standalone forecast of overturning tables. Its application challenges the temple's use in Jesus' confrontation.
Key points
- New Testament application
- Mark 11:15–17 (New Testament application) — Jesus quotes Isaiah's house of prayer for all nations when confronting the temple's misuse.
Doctrinal connections
- Jesus quotes Isaiah's house of prayer for all nations when confronting the temple's misuse.
Scripture
- Isaiah 56:6–8 — The oracle promises welcome for faithful foreigners and gathers outsiders into the LORD's worship.
- Mark 11:15–17 — Jesus quotes Isaiah's house of prayer for all nations when confronting the temple's misuse.