Bible Dictionary
Solomon’s Porch
Solomon’s Porch was a colonnade or covered walkway on the eastern side of the temple. It was a setting for teaching and public gathering in Jerusalem.
Definition
Solomon’s Porch was a colonnade or covered walkway, probably on the eastern side of the temple precincts.
Biblical Usage
It is mentioned in connection with gatherings at the temple in John 10:23, Acts 3:11, and Acts 5:12.
Historical Background
The porch is not mentioned in connection with the first temple. Josephus refers to a porch bearing this name in Herod’s temple.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
(John 10:23; Acts 3:11; 5:12), a colonnade, or cloister probably, on the eastern side of the temple. It is not mentioned in connection with the first temple, but Josephus mentions a porch, so called, in Herod’s temple (q.v.).