All these were of costly stones, according to the measures of hewed stones, sawed with saws, within and without, even from the foundation unto the coping, and so on the outside toward the great court.
All of these buildings were made from expensive stones that were carefully cut to exact measurements and smoothed with saws. These quality stones were used everywhere - inside and outside, from the foundation all the way up to the top, and even on the outer walls facing the great courtyard.
This verse describes how Solomon used the finest, most carefully crafted stones throughout his building projects, sparing no expense in construction quality.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the description of Solomon's extensive building projects, including his palace complex and the temple in Jerusalem. Solomon was at the height of Israel's wealth and power, and these grand construction projects demonstrated both his prosperity and his dedication to creating magnificent structures for worship and governance. The emphasis on costly materials reflected the glory of his reign and Israel's status among the nations.
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