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The Temple's Functional Annex
Commentators explain that this verse describes a three-story structure of chambers built around the main Temple building. Each story was about 7.5 feet high (five cubits). These rooms likely served practical purposes, such as storage for temple items and residences for the priests, adding functional space without compromising the sanctity of the main sanctuary walls.
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 6:5–10
19th Century
Bishop
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
On 1 Kings 6:10
17th Century
Pastor
And [then] he built chambers against all the house five cubits
high
Which some unders…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 6:1–10
17th Century
Minister
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…