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So [he made] two doors of olive-wood; and he carved on them carvings of cherubim and palm-trees and open flowers, and overlaid them with gold; and he spread the gold on the cherubim, and on the palm-trees.

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Exquisite, Holy Craftsmanship

Commentators note the extraordinary detail of the doors. The gold wasn't just a flat sheet but was carefully hammered to fit the intricate carvings of cherubim, palms, and flowers. This meticulous work, using precious materials, signified the immense value and holiness of the space being entered.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 1 Kings 6:32

18th Century

Theologian

The two doors - that is, two leaves which met in the middle, as was common in Assyrian gateways.

Spread gold - The doors were n…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Kings 6:32

19th Century

Bishop

The two doors. — Those leading into the Holy place from the porch, made of cypress wood, were understandably made larger. The post…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 6:32

17th Century

Pastor

The two doors also [were of] olive tree
The two leaves of the door, as before observed, repeated for the sake of the…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 6:15–38

17th Century

Minister

See what was typified by this temple.

  1. Christ is the true Temple. In Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead; in Him meet all God's …