The word used here for roof
is the normal Hebrew word for roof,
but must refer here either to an open roof or even a balcony, since those standing on it were able to look down into the interior temple.1
The word used here for roof
is the normal Hebrew word for roof,
but must refer here either to an open roof or even a balcony, since those standing on it were able to look down into the interior temple.1
27 Now the house was full of men and women. All the lords of the Philistines were there, and on the roof there were about 3,000 men and women, who looked on while Samson entertained.