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While Jesus was in the Temple, he watched the rich people dropping their gifts in the collection box.
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Then a poor widow came by and dropped in two small coins.
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“I tell you the truth,” Jesus said, “this poor widow has given more than all the rest of them.
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For they have given a tiny part of their surplus, but she, poor as she is, has given everything she has.”
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Some of his disciples began talking about the majestic stonework of the Temple and the memorial decorations on the walls. But Jesus said,
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“The time is coming when all these things will be completely demolished. Not one stone will be left on top of another!”
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“Teacher,” they asked, “when will all this happen? What sign will show us that these things are about to take place?”
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He replied, “Don’t let anyone mislead you, for many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am the Messiah,’ and saying, ‘The time has come!’ But don’t believe them.
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And when you hear of wars and insurrections, don’t panic. Yes, these things must take place first, but the end won’t follow immediately.”