2 CHRONICLES 3

SOLOMON BEGINS CONSTRUCTING THE TEMPLE

Solomon starts building the temple, taking time to add beautiful details. It is designed with an abundance of gold and cypress and cedar wood. In the most holy place, Solomon positions two cherubim, gigantic angel-like figures, as guards. Separating the innermost part of the temple, Solomon makes a curtain of blue, purple, and crimson yarn and fine linen, similar to the garments made for the priests (Exodus 28).

Solomon builds the temple at Mount Moriah on the threshing floor that David previously purchased as a place for sacrifice (1 Chronicles 21).