The stones used in the construction of the Temple were finished at the quarry, so there was no sound of hammer, ax, or any other iron tool at the building site.

Commentaries

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

The spirit of the command was followed. Thus the fabric rose without noise.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

The general meaning of these verses is clear, though some of the words are doubtful. Around three sides of the Temple was built a kind of aisle, op…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And the house, when it was in building
And all the while it was building:

was built of stone made…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The temple is called the house of the Lord, because it was directed and modelled by him, and was to be employed in his service. This gave it the be…