Great and long preparation had been making for the building of the temple, and here, at length, comes an account of the building of it; a noble piece of work it was, one of the wonders of the world, and taking in its spiritual significancy, one of the glories of the church. Here is, I.

Here, I. The temple is called the house of the Lord , because it was, 1. Directed and modelled by him. Infinite Wisdom was the architect, and gave David the plan or pattern by the Spirit, not by word of mouth only, but, for the greater certainty and exactness, in writing , as he had given to Moses…

Here is, I. The word God sent to Solomon, when he was engaged in building the temple. God let him know that he took notice of what he was doing, the house he was now building, 1 Kings 6:12. None employ themselves for God without having his eye upon them.

Here, I. We have a particular account of the details of the building. 1. The wainscot of the temple. It was of cedar , which was strong and durable, and of a very sweet smell.