Melachim I: Perek 6

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Melachim I Perek 6

  • The Navi lists in great detail the dimensions of the Beis Hamikdash.

  • The measurements and dimensions are given for the following: front entrance way, narrow windows, Sanctuary, Holy of Holies, the annex, the thickness and depth of the walls, winding stair cases, decorative ceilings, the curtain partition in the Holy of Holies, designs of the flowery-looking knobs, gold that was used for encasing, the two Ch’ruvim with golden wings, entrance doors and an inner court yard.

  • Construction of the Beis Hamikdash took 7 years.