In this class, we will delve into the architectural anomaly of the “four halls” described in Yosifun’s account of the Beis HaMikdash. This description contradicts the sources in Chazal, and as we will discover, there is a fascinating history behind how this peculiar design came to be.

The Four Halls That Never Were: A Critical Look at Yosifun’s Design of the Beis Hamikdash