Once again, recent events have drawn our attention to ancient Jerusalem and its temples. It's old news (some of it nearly 3000 years old, actually), but like everything else connected with Judaism and the Torah, it never seems to get stale. In case your appetite has been stimulated by all this talk and you want to learn more and delve deeper, then take some time to look at this material. You'll find high-quality computer-generated images of the magnificent second temple buildings and a wealth of information about their historical, philosophical and religious significance.
Rabbi Boruch Clinton teaches at the Ottawa Torah Institute yeshiva high
school and Machon Sarah high school for girls (both in Ottawa, Canada).
You may reach him with comments and questions at
bclinton@torah.org
You can now access Rabbi Clinton's collection of essays on the book of Shmuel (Samuel) by clicking here.
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