This episode is part 1 of our lesson on the place of the temple, the priesthood, and the Law in ancient Israel. We begin by looking at the high point of godly worship, by reading from the descriptions of the dedication of Solomon's temple. Then we skip forward three centuries and look at the state of worship in the reign of King Manasseh. 

Cited in the podcast:

• Here is the link to a 4-minute video with a CGI representation of what Solomon's temple may have looked like, based on the Biblical descriptions we have.
• 2 Chronicles 5:13 reads "...the trumpeters and singers were as one, to make one sound to be heard in praising and thanking the Lord; and when they lifted up their voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of music, and praised the Lord, saying, 'For he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever.'" Here is the link to a Youtube video, that Anna mentioned in the podcast, which shows a much more recent scene of worship that uses this same phrase of praise to God. The video is from 20 years ago, which might seem dated to us, but it is amazing to reflect that the song they sing is the same sentiment expressed 3000 years ago at the dedication of Solomon's Temple!