This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format.

1 Kings 7:1-51

- Solomon spends thirteen years building his own palace complex, including the Hall of the Forest of Lebanon and a palace for Pharaoh’s daughter.

- Detailed descriptions are given of the temple’s bronze furnishings—pillars, the Sea, stands, and utensils—crafted by Hiram, after which the dedicated treasures are placed in the temple.

2 Chronicles 4:1-22

- Parallel account of the temple furnishings: the bronze altar, the great Sea resting on twelve oxen, ten stands with basins, and golden items for the inner sanctuary.

- All the work is completed and the utensils are finished for use in the house of the Lord.

Acts 19:21-41

- Paul resolves to go to Jerusalem and then Rome; a riot erupts in Ephe ...