From foundation to eaves, all these buildings were built from huge blocks of high-quality stone, cut with saws and trimmed to exact measure on all sides. Some of the huge foundation stones were 15 feet long, and some were 12 feet long. The blocks of high-quality stone used in the walls were also cut to measure, and cedar beams were also used. The walls of the great courtyard were built so that there was one layer of cedar beams between every three layers of finished stone, just like the walls of the inner courtyard of the LORD’s Temple with its entry room. [1 Kings 7.9-12]
I am intrigued with the construction of Solomon's palace.
As a person very interested in the combination of stone and beam construction, I find the details of Solomon's palace inspiring visions of its design. It must have had a grand appearance. The massive stones and beams must have provided a very appealing visual stimulus as well as an undeniable representation of strength and durability.
I have no spiritual significance jumping out at me relative to today's reading. The facts are simply what they are.
Father, I suppose Your blessing on Solomon was evident in even the construction of his own house.
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