Terrace
ArtifactsWhat is the meaning of Terrace in the Bible?
Solomon constructed terraces or raised walkways for the house of Yahweh using algum trees imported from Ophir, as documented in 2 Chronicles 9:11 and 1 Kings 10:12.
SIGNIFICANCE
This detail clarifies the specific architectural features and the high-value exotic materials employed in the Temple's construction, providing context for the grandeur described in the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Physical & Symbolic Reality: Physical objects and natural elements like Terrace were everyday realities for biblical writers, frequently used as living metaphors for spiritual truths.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Terrace in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Terrace clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
2 Chronicles 9:111 Kings 10:12
Source Attribution
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.
How to Cite This Entry
"Terrace." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/terrace/