The Scriptural Temple: Understanding the Temple Through the Scriptures (2nd Edition, Deluxe Version) (2016) ~ by Mark H. Greene III

The Scriptural Temple: Understanding the Temple Through the Scriptures

(2nd Edition, Deluxe Version)

By Mark H. Greene III

Published: 2016

Good condition, dark blue hardcover with no dust jacket.  The cover has slight scuff marks.  The edges of some pages have faint stains.  The front flyleaf has writing in pencil.  Text and illustrations throughout are clean, clear, and legible.

9781462117604

The Scriptural Temple: Understanding the Temple Through the Scriptures (2nd Edition, Deluxe Version) is a 2016 book by Mark H. Greene III that examines the concept of temples through a close reading of scripture. The author draws on passages from the Bible and other texts used by Latter-day Saints to show how temple worship fits within the larger scriptural narrative of covenant making, spiritual progression, and approaching the presence of God. Greene focuses on patterns and symbols found throughout scripture that, in his view, help explain the purpose and meaning of temples.

The book presents the temple as a place of spiritual instruction where believers learn about the plan of salvation and their relationship with God. By comparing different scriptural accounts and teachings, Greene attempts to demonstrate that temple themes—such as sacred space, divine covenants, and ascent toward God—appear repeatedly throughout religious history. His goal is to help readers better understand temple worship by connecting it with familiar scriptural ideas and imagery.

Most copies of the 2016 edition were issued in softbound format, which is the version most commonly available. A hardcover edition was also produced but is much harder to find, making it comparatively rare among collectors of Latter-day Saint religious books.