Mark 11:17

First Nations Version

“It is written in the sacred teachings,” he instructed them, “‘My lodge will be called a House of Prayer for all Nations.’” Then his voice rose like the sound of thunder, “‘But you have turned it into a hideout for thieves!’”

Cross References

Luke 19:46

“It is written in the Sacred Teachings,” he cried out, “‘my lodge will be a house of prayer; but you have turned it into a hideout for thieves!’”

John 2:16

He then turned to speak to the ones who were selling the ceremonial doves. “Go!” he roared at them. “Take these things out from here. Do not make my Father’s sacred lodge into a trading post!”

Mark 11:16

and blocked the way of the ones who were carrying trading goods through the lodge.

John 2:14

As Creator Sets Free (Jesus) entered the lodge, he saw people sitting at money tables. There were also others who were trading, buying, and selling the cattle, sheep, and doves for the ceremonies—inside the lodge! It was so crowded that there was no room for the people from other nations who had come to learn about the Great Spirit. They were not honoring the purpose of this holy place.