Menahot 98: When King Solomon Furnished the Temple

About this episode

The episode discusses the setup of the Temple, including measurements, the representation of foreign kings, and King Solomon's actions in furnishing the Temple.

More on the set-up of the Temple, including a larger "amah," that was the one of Shushan, and also a smaller measure, which was most significant for the craftsman building the Temple. With an open discussion about representation of the foreign king in the Temple, which seems difficult. Could it be metaphorical? Maybe, but it sounds more literal. Also, healing trees. Plus, presenting the actions of King Solomon, in terms of setting up 10 tables and 10 menorahs in the Temple, with specific placement in the north and south of the courtyard respectively.

Topics covered

• Temple
• King Solomon
• craftsmanship
• representation
• menorahs
• tables

Keywords

• amah
• Shushan
• healing trees
• courtyard

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