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The inner sanctuary was twenty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold, and he also overlaid the altar of cedar. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 6:20? 2. How does 1 Kings 6:20 reflect God's holiness in temple design? 3. What significance does the "twenty cubits" measurement hold in biblical symbolism? 4. How can we apply the temple's precision to our spiritual lives today? 5. Connect 1 Kings 6:20 with Hebrews 9:24 regarding the heavenly sanctuary. 6. How does the temple's "pure gold" inspire our worship and devotion practices? 7. What is the significance of the Holy of Holies' dimensions in 1 Kings 6:20? 8. How does 1 Kings 6:20 reflect God's presence in the temple? 9. Why was gold used to overlay the inner sanctuary in 1 Kings 6:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 6? 11. Why do biblical descriptions of Solomon's temple differ from contemporary architectural styles? 12. How can Ezekiel 41’s instructions be reconciled with the different layout presented for Solomon’s Temple in 1 Kings 6? 13. What does gold dust in church services signify? 14. What does the Bible say about streets of gold? Discussion Questions 1. How does the design of the inner sanctuary reflect God's nature and His relationship with His people? 2. In what ways can the use of gold in the temple inspire us to pursue purity and holiness in our own lives? 3. How does the concept of sacrifice in the Old Testament temple worship connect to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ in the New Testament? 4. What practical steps can we take to ensure our worship remains enduring and pleasing to God, similar to the enduring materials used in the temple? 5. How does understanding the temple as a foreshadowing of Christ enhance our appreciation of His role as the ultimate mediator between God and humanity? 1 Kings 6 Bible Study Questions 1. How does the detailed description of the Temple's construction reflect on God's nature? 2. What does the obedience of Solomon in following God's exact instructions tell us about our own obedience to God's word? 3. How does the promise God made to Solomon relate to God's promises to us today? 4. How can the symbol of the Temple apply to our lives as "temples of the Holy Spirit"? 5. How does the detailed craftsmanship involved in building the Temple inspire us to use our skills for God's glory? 6. The Temple construction took seven years. What does this teach us about patience and dedication in our spiritual pursuits? 7. How do the materials used in the Temple's construction (gold, cedar, and cypress) symbolize aspects of God and His Kingdom? 8. What is the significance of the inner sanctuary (Most Holy Place) in the Temple? How does this apply to the modern believer's life? 9. What do the two cherubim in the Most Holy Place signify? 10. Discuss the significance of the Temple being built without the sound of hammers, chisels, or any other iron tools at the building site (v7). What does this suggest about our approach to worship? 11. How might you personally respond to God's command, as Solomon did, in your current situation? 12. In what ways can we create a 'temple' or sacred space in our hearts for God today? 13. How does God's promise to dwell amongst His people inspire you? 14. In what ways can we apply the principles of patience, skill, and dedication seen in the Temple's building to our personal lives? 15. How does the elaboration on the Temple's beauty inspire your thoughts about Heaven? 16. Solomon spared no expense in building the Temple. How does this challenge our own commitment and sacrifice to God? 17. How might the seven years it took to build the Temple parallel significant periods in our spiritual growth? 18. What can modern churches learn from the construction and dedication of Solomon's Temple? 19. How does the communal effort in building the Temple reflect the importance of community in our spiritual journey? 20. If you were to compare your life with the construction of the Temple, in what stage would you consider yourself to be and why? Links 1 Kings 6:20 NIV 1 Kings 6:20 NLT 1 Kings 6:20 ESV 1 Kings 6:20 NASB 1 Kings 6:20 KJV 1 Kings 6:20 Commentaries Bible Hub