The Temple Institute: In-Depth Temple Study: The Sovev
 
The Sovev

The sovev (literally, "surrounding") was a ledge surrounding the mizbeach. Its height was six cubits from the floor of the Court. * The sovev was reached using the smaller ramp on the eastern side of the large ramp. 
Contents:   Part I,    Part II,    Part III,    Part IV,    Part V,    Part VI,    Part VII