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1 Kings 6:5 · KJV

"And against the wall of the house he built chambers round about, against the walls of the house round about, both of the temple and of the oracle: and he made chambers round about:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

3And the porch before the temple of the house, twenty cubits was the length thereof, according to the breadth of the house; and ten cubits was the breadth thereof before the house.
4And for the house he made windows of narrow lights.
5And against the wall of the house he built chambers round about, against the walls of the house round about, both of the temple and of the oracle: and he made chambers round about:
6The nethermost chamber was five cubits broad, and the middle was six cubits broad, and the third was seven cubits broad: for without in the wall of the house he made narrowed rests round about, that the beams should not be fastened in the walls of the house.
7And the house, when it was in building, was built of stone made ready before it was brought thither: so that there was neither hammer nor axe nor any tool of iron heard in the house, while it was in building.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view the spaces you inhabit in terms of spiritual significance?

2

What does it mean for you to build a foundation for your faith?

3

When have you felt a need for personal space in your spiritual life?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on how you can create personal spaces that nurture your relationship with God.

relationships

Consider how building supportive environments can strengthen your community and faith.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The ancient capital where the First Temple was constructed, symbolizing God's presence among His people.

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