1 Chronicles 28:11

the pattern Cp. 1 Chronicles 28:12; Exodus 25:9. The Temple like the tabernacle is to be constructed according to a pattern or model communicated by inspiration. Cp. Exodus 28:3; Exodus 31:3.

of the porch R.V. of the porch of the temple. The triple-recurring thereofrefers to the Temple.

the porch Cp. 2 Chronicles 3:4; 1 Kings 6:3.

the houses thereof Cp. 2 Chronicles 34:11. We should expect here a mention of the House itself.

the treasuries A different Hebrew word from that used in 1 Chronicles 28:12. The inner treasuries mentioned here were for treasure; the outer treasuries (1 Chronicles 28:12) were perhaps rather store-chambers.

upper chambers R.V. upper rooms. Cp. 1 Kings 6:6 (the Hebrew word however is different).

inner parlours R.V. inner chambers, probably inner recesses of the Temple itself.

the place of the mercy seat The Holy of Holies.