'Solomon's Temple'

The construction of the first Temple of Yahweh under King Solomon was an architectural and engineering feat in the ancient world. Even today, the work of the stonemasons and master builders who erected the Temple is celebrated in the lore and rituals of Freemasons and related groups. Not only was the building of the Temple significant, but its destruction by King Nebuchadnezzar and the Neo-Babylonians was also of great importance. For over one thousand years, it had been the center of Hebrew life and culture, and its destruction signaled not only the end of a dynasty and a kingdom, but also the close of an era. What reason does the Bible give for the destruction of the First Temple and the ensuing Babylonian exile? Join the conversation and get answers to this question and more on According2Sam episode #370. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.according2sam.com