דברי הימים ב, פרק ז׳, פסוק ד׳

The dedication of the Temple reaches its climax in a powerful display of unity, bringing together the leadership and the public as full partners in offering sacrifices. While the core account of the king and the people bringing their offerings mirrors the historical record found in the Book of Kings, the narrative in Chronicles deliberately expands on the scene. It adds specific details to capture the precise order and the highly festive atmosphere of the grand event.

The sacrifices were brought forward as all the Temple servants stood at their assigned posts, following the structured routine reserved for festivals and days of joy. The Levites accompanied the offerings by playing musical instruments, while the priests sounded their trumpets. During this service, the two groups stood directly facing one another: the Levites were positioned on the platform to the east, while the priests stood opposite them on the western side [מלבי״ם].