2 Chronicles 3
You can't get away from the overt specificity regarding the dimensions of the temple Solomon built. What I think is espeically note worthy are the details regarding the cherubims in the "holy house." We are told in careful detail that the complete wing span of both cherubims is 20 cubits (remember one cubit is about 18 inches so that's about 30 feet). Even the direction of the faces of the cherubims (and their faces were inward) and the fact that they stood on their feet.
Also specific information as to when Solomon started the construction . . .
Verse 2 -- "And he began to build in the second day of the second month, in the fourth year of his reign."
I believe nothing is wasted in the scripture. This information is vital for something. The last thought is perhaps the most stiring -- the temple is being built "in mount Moriah, where the Lord appeared unto David his father..." So much happens at this spot. This is a study all to itself and you can't help but get goose bumps when you start to piece it all together.
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