The Chosen S5E2: Jesus Flips Tables?! You Won't Believe What Happens Next!

The upcoming event in The Chosen Season 5, which has been widely anticipated, is none other than Jesus’ passionate rebuke of the temple practices. This act serves as a stark reminder for all involved about what truly matters in life – yet, this confrontation may carry a significant price tag.

I’m excited to share that we’ve reached the start of Holy Week! It feels like Jesus has just made his triumphant arrival in Jerusalem, stirring up a storm of anticipation among the people. Kafni, on the other hand, is determined and relentless following the tragic loss of Ramah. Meanwhile, the Watcher remains ever-vigilant, observing all that unfolds. And as for Peter, he’s eager to spread the word and share our beliefs with others.

In a somber conclusion, Episode 1 foreshadowed a grim fate: Jesus, who was aware of his impending demise (although the disciples were not), expressed sorrow for Jerusalem. Predicting its future, he said, “There will be times when your enemies encircle you, setting up barriers and closing in from all sides.

In the closing scene, he made a rope – and in The Chosen Episode 2, he finally cleanses the temple.

The Chosen Season 5 Episode 2 gives us another peek at the Last Supper

Jesus posed a question to his disciples, ‘Are you willing to give up your life for my sake?’ He added, ‘My time with you is nearly over, so I ask that you pay close attention.’

Do you recall when I dispatched you in pairs? I instructed you to leave behind money pouches, backpacks, or even footwear. Were you lacking anything? Not a thing. It was simpler back then, as you served your own community who embraced your message. Our mission flourished with minimal opposition. But oh, how times have changed!

From this point forward, things will change significantly. You’re about to step into a challenging environment. Unfortunately, the people have turned against me, and they will now turn against you too, as you are not part of their ways… because I selected you apart from them. Now, the world despises you. So, if you have money, take it with you, along with a bag for supplies. If you don’t have a sword, sell your coat and buy one instead.

In that instance, Simon seizes the pair of swords they possess, yet cautions that it may not suffice for defending the 12 men, considering their own actions. John interjects, noting the adjustment due to Judas’ departure (which has yet to occur), “It will only be eleven.

Jesus emphasizes that you should anticipate encountering opposition and potential legal challenges. However, remember, your ultimate defense lies beyond yourself.

As I sat there, puzzled, Jesus was talking about departing and sending us a Comforter. I couldn’t help but wonder, “Rabbi, why can’t you stay with us instead?

Tonight, Jesus foretells that everyone will abandon him, echoing Zechariah’s prophecy about scattered flocks. Yet, after his resurrection, he guarantees that he will lead the way back to Galilee for them.

Peter expresses his firm resolve that he will never abandon Jesus. In response, Jesus says, “Simon… Satan has asked to test all of you as grain is sifted. But I’ve made a special request to my Father to protect your faith from failing. And when you come back, you will help reinforce your fellow believers.

Peter assures Jesus that he’ll stand with him in the face of death. “I’m trying to prepare you for what lies ahead tonight and beyond, so when events unfold as foretold, you’ll understand it’s God’s will and I am who I claim to be,” Jesus replies. “Let me make this clear: before the rooster crows today, you’ll deny knowing me not just once, but three times.

This proposition infuriates and disturbs the apostles deeply, as they all proclaim their devotion to Jesus. “No one has greater love than this,” he declares, “that a person would sacrifice his own life for his comrades.”

(The original text is: The mere prospect of this enrages and upsets the apostles, who all profess their loyalty to Jesus. “Greater love has no one than this, that someone would lay down his life for his friends,” he says.)

“Then that’s what we’ll have to do,” Peter says, and Jesus replies: “That’s what I’ll have to do.”

A Ramah and Thomas flashback

In the beginning, Episode 2 flashes back momentarily to when Ramah was yet alive, on the verge of departing with Thomas for a wedding. Before she leaves, her mother presents her with beads as a token, and Thomas confides in Kafni about his influence as a positive role model.

“Don’t embarrass me or the vineyard,” Kafni asks, although he notes that Thomas is “obsessive.”

As Naomi shares that Kafni trusts me, I express my gratitude by saying that it feels great when they treat me like part of their family. I’ve always had an eye for seeing people’s abilities, I tell her.

Peter preaches in Jerusalem and the Greeks arrive

Peter attempts to deliver a sermon in Jerusalem, yet his interpretation of Jesus’ parable (found in Matthew 18:21-35) falls short. Meanwhile, Simon notices an observer hovering closeby, jotting down additional details; who is this figure, and what motivates him to closely observe Jesus and the disciples?

Later on, Peter experiences a sense of embarrassment, but Andrew assures him that he’s still admiring him. Curiously, Simon inquires if anyone spotted the man jotting down notes, and while Andrew and Philip remain untroubled, Simon appears to be worried that there might be reason for worry.

In a rush, The Watcher departs, and Andrew encounters Leander, a Greek man (he appeared in Season 3), along with Dion and Fatiyah. This group has journeyed from the Decapolis to catch a glimpse of Jesus during Passover. Turning to each other, Fatiyah queries, “Excuse me if it’s a silly question, but what is Passover?

Philip simply states that Passover is a commemoration of the tale from Exodus, which recounts how God liberated the Israelites from slavery.

According to Andrew, it’s necessary for them to acquire a sacrificial animal for the temple, so they head to the marketplace to make a purchase.

The Greeks encounter an issue as they can only use their own currency, yet they must pay with local money, which carries a high exchange rate. Philip points out that the interest rates are also excessively high. When Leander attempts to purchase a goat, he’s charged more than usual and is required to pay a substantial amount in taxes. “I don’t work for free,” he states.

In simpler terms, “There are over a million people here, which equates to over a million animals being sacrificed. Don’t you think the wood for burning the remains and the labor to manage everything has to come from somewhere? It’s not like it magically appears. Everyone of adult age is expected to pay a temple tax to cover the costs associated with this event,” he clarifies.

1) Philip urges him to show more reverence on holy ground, yet this person complies and compensates him. Meanwhile, in another setting, Tamar comes across a bird seller from Libya who’s smitten by the beauty of her emeralds, so he offers her two doves as a gift.

2) Philip asks him to act with more respect on hallowed ground, but he obliges and makes amends. In another scenario, Tamar encounters a bird trader from Libya who’s captivated by the allure of her emeralds, causing him to give her two doves without charge.

3) Philip requests that he behaves more courteously on consecrated land, and he complies and repays him. On another occasion, Tamar interacts with a Libyan bird dealer who’s captivated by her emeralds, leading him to present her with two doves for nothing.

4) Philip suggests that he should be more mindful on sacred turf, and he complies and settles the matter. Elsewhere, Tamar meets a Libyan bird vendor who’s enamored by her emeralds, causing him to bestow upon her two doves without charge.

5) Philip advises him to show more deference on holy ground, but he agrees and compensates accordingly. In another context, Tamar encounters a Libyan bird dealer who’s captivated by her emeralds, resulting in him gifting her two doves for free.

No matter how far a stream travels from its source, it never forgets where it came from,” he explains to her. Afterwards, Tamar and Fatiyah wait their turn to give their doves to the priest.

John has a tense meeting with Malchus

Malchus, who serves as the head servant to the High Priest, encounters John and Zebedee outside a beautiful gate with the intention of buying olive oil from them. Before they proceed, he checks if they have undergone the necessary purification rituals and reminds them that the standards for ritual cleanliness in their context are particularly high.

He clarifies that prior to entering where your oils will be assessed by the board, it’s necessary to secure a verbal assurance of their pureness, going beyond the usual ritual bathing.

Rabbi Zebediah steps forward and requests that they seriously pledge an oath, threatening their lives if they’ve come into contact with a deceased person, small animals like moles or mice, lizards, a menstruating woman, had a sexual discharge, been identified as having leprosy, or consumed impure foods. John starts feeling uneasy about his cleanliness, so Malchus suggests staying with him outside, and they share a chuckle over the situation.

As a gamer, I’m finding myself at odds with these old men who seem to be enforcing rules against us, simply because we’re different. Malchus expresses his frustration, saying they’re punishing us for our bodies. John, on the other hand, seems resigned, accepting the law as it is: “The law’s the law, I guess.” In essence, according to Malchus, the High Priest has established a rigid hierarchy, taking pleasure in keeping people out.

According to Malchus, Caiaphas, the High Priest, harbors more than just frustration towards one particular Rabbi – this feeling seems to have spread throughout his entire household. This frustration stems from the fact that this Rabbi, who is Jesus, appears to be intentionally placing himself in a precarious situation. In fact, he might face multiple charges, despite the people’s desire to proclaim him as their king.

Before they can talk further, Zebedee walks out and Malchus hurries them away to Caiaphas’ office.

Herod plots Jesus’ death with Caiaphas

Caiaphas is uneasy about Jesus due to the intense public excitement surrounding him and their wish for him to be a king. He fears this fervor might stir up Rome. Herod suggests that Pilate devise a strategy: execute Lazarus, thus weakening Jesus’ support base (which is remarkably foolish, as Jesus possesses the power to resurrect him).

Additionally, Caiaphas argues that it is only Rome who holds the authority for executions; however, Herod suspects they might attempt subterfuge, given that Jesus and his disciples had previously avoided a stoning.

Caiaphas declares, ‘A divine prediction has been bestowed upon me.’ He goes on to explain, ‘It foretells that a single individual shall sacrifice himself for our people, ensuring our nation’s survival.’

Later on, Herod expresses his concerns to Caiaphas, stating that the evidence against Jesus is not substantial at this moment. “They’re interested in him only if he poses a threat,” he clarifies, “but from what I gather, he’s been preaching peace, forgiveness, and love – all rather unexciting things.

To tell you the truth, I had this notion that he could be the one resurrected as the Baptist to take revenge on my behalf… but now he just strikes me as rather comical.

Caiaphas finds Herod’s indifference puzzling regarding this matter, yet there’s a complication: the crowd might consider Jesus as the descendant of King David, but he has never claimed to be a king himself. Herod may have had John the Baptist put to death, but he holds certain privileges and it’s his role to manage the delicate power dynamics between the temple and Rome.

In my own words, I’d say: “If you manage to pull this off, it’ll be me left dealing with the aftermath.” He’s referring to Lazarus here, and it seems like a less significant issue compared to what Jesus represents. Yet, the High Priest firmly believes in the prophecy – the sacrifice of one individual for the sake of preserving our nation.

As a gamer, I’d rephrase that as: “Jesus is causing quite a stir among the people. It would be wise to advise them to remain patient until Jesus makes a mistake that angers Rome, at which point they can deal with him. This way, we avoid provoking their wrath any further.” (Caiaphas)

In my perspective, there’s something people dislike even more than their admiration for Jesus. However, let me hold off on revealing what that is, as the narrative shifts to showcase Thomas and Kafni exploring the bustling city markets instead.

The atmosphere is thick with tension, and Kafni forewarns Thomas that he’ll share a final meal with Jesus imminently. He believes he spots Ramah in the crowd, but it turns out to be Naomi instead. Despite her displeasure upon seeing Thomas, she displays more empathy than her spouse. “She was meant to lay me to rest, not the other way around,” she mourns aloud.

Thomas communicates to Naomi that he adores Jesus and asserts that he has not harmed her. He expresses his belief by saying, “He’s beyond reproach in my eyes.

Jesus cleanses the temple

In the bustling marketplace where coins clink against vendors’ stalls and the scent of livestock lingers, Jesus makes an entrance to reproach the merchants. He tells a woman seeking entry, “This is a house of prayer for our Father, not a shortcut.” He firmly instructs her, “Go back now, turn around immediately.

He’s encountering the very currency trader he met at the start of the episode. “Once upon a time,” he remarks, “this place echoed with prayers and reverence towards my father. Now, all I hear is the clamor of animals and your endless bickering over prices… it’s all starting to sound the same to me.

Jesus takes out a whip from his bag and begins overturning tables, causing chaos within the temple. He shouts for everyone to cease desecrating His Father’s house and depart immediately. In the process, he releases the animals from their enclosures as well. The disciples are powerless to stop Him, and it isn’t long before some stalls burst into flames.

“Look at what you’ve done to my father’s house… den of thieves,” he shouts.

In due course, it became common knowledge among all – his disciples, Pilate, and even Caiaphas, standing on the temple’s stairs – that they questioned him: “What have you done?” It was Judas who whispered this, marking the end of the incident.

Ensure you’re well-versed with the theatrical release dates for Season 5 of “The Chosen” and discover where to purchase top-quality merchandise from the series. Additionally, explore our analysis of “The Chosen’s” agreement with Prime Video, and learn how to stream the show free of charge before Season 5 launches.

Apart from our interviews, we spoke with Jonathan Roumie as well. He shared which Season 5 scene was the hardest to film and hinted at a potential timeline for the transfiguration’s appearance in the series.

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The Chosen S5E2: Jesus Flips Tables?! You Won’t Believe What Happens Next!