Marble
NatureWhat is the meaning of Marble in the Bible?
Marble is a metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized carbonate minerals, typically calcite or dolomite, often displaying veining and used extensively in sculpture and architecture. While not native to the Levant, high-quality marble was imported into the region from centers of production in Greece and Italy.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding marble as an imported luxury material clarifies the economic scale and international trade networks involved in the construction of significant biblical structures, such as Solomon's Temple, highlighting the region's integration into broader ancient Mediterranean economies.
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Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.