Mat 24:3 | TNotes | STEP | 24:3 The Greek term translated return is parousia , which can mean coming or appearing . • end of the world (or end of the age ): This expression refers to the climax and end of an epoch in salvation history (see 13:39-40 , 49 ; also Heb 9:26 ). Jesus’ second coming will bring normal history to a close with decisive judgment. The disciples assumed that the destruction of the Temple and the end of history were closely connected.

b13:39-40►

dHeb 9:26►

‏ Matthew 24:3

24:3 ^a The Greek term translated return is parousia, which can mean coming or appearing.

• end of the world (or end of the age): This expression refers to the climax and end of an epoch in salvation history (see 13:39-40 ^b, 49 ^c; also Heb 9:26 ^d). Jesus’ second coming will bring normal history to a close with decisive judgment. The disciples assumed that the destruction of the Temple and the end of history were closely connected.