The Prophecy Timeline – From Solomon’s Temple to Modern Israel The story of the Temple in Jerusalem stretches back over 3,000 years. Here is the basic timeline many historians and religious traditions refer to: ~957 BC King Solomon builds the First Temple in Jerusalem. 586 BC The Babylonian Empire destroys the temple. 516 BC The Second Temple is built after the Jewish return from exile. 70 AD The Roman Empire destroys the Second Temple during the siege of Jerusalem. For nearly 2,000 years, the temple has not existed. But in recent decades, some religious movements have begun preparing for the possibility of a Third Temple. Groups in Israel have already recreated: • priestly garments • temple instruments • ritual training Supporters believe this could fulfill biblical prophecy. Critics warn it could destabilize the entire region. Which raises a deeper question: Is the Third Temple simply a religious idea… Or could it become one of the most consequential events in modern g...