Temple Construction
Overview
- Testament: Old
- Book: 1 Kings
- Chapters: 1 Kings 5-7
- Summary: Solomon, aided by Hiram of Tyre, builds the house of the LORD in Jerusalem.
Details
This section marks the architectural and covenant center of the united monarchy. The temple gathers together kingship, worship, memory of the exodus, and the hope that God’s name will dwell among His people.
Key People Involved
Key Places
Important Verses
“And the house, when it was in building, was built of stone made ready before it was brought thither.” - 1 Kings 6:7