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It was covered with cedar above over the forty-five beams, that were on the pillars; fifteen in a row.

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Commentator John Gill clarifies the architectural details of this verse, explaining that it describes a structure with three rows of fifteen pillars each, totaling forty-five. These pillars supported beams that formed the floor for a third story, which was then roofed with cedar. This detail highlights the impressive and complex construction of Solomon's palace.

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John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 7:3

17th Century

Pastor

And it was covered with cedar above the beams, that lay on
forty five pillars, fifteen in a row

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 7:1–12

17th Century

Minister

All Solomon's buildings, though beautiful, were intended for use. Solomon began with the temple; he built for God first, and then his other buildin…