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Before the temple Jesus knew, there was
Solomon's.

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Let's begin in its courtyard, with the
sanctuary ahead.

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Two bronze pillars frame the entrance.

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First Kings names them Jachin and Boaz.

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Lily-shaped capitals, latticework and
pomegranates bring the bronze to life.

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Their exact appearance remains an artist's
interpretation.

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Inside, gold covers the timber.

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Ten lampstands stand before the inner room,

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five on each side.

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The lamps draw our eyes along walls carved

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with palms, flowers and cherubim.

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Beyond the doors, two great cherubim

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spread their wings above the Ark

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in the Most Holy Place.

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Here, the covenant has a physical reminder:

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the Ark holding the stone tablets

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Moses placed inside.