The Temple Institute: In-Depth Temple Study: The Entrance to the Ulam
 
The Entrance to the Ulam (continued)

Within the two windows above the entrance to the Heichal, two ornamental golden crowns were placed. There also were golden chains in the Ulam. The young priestly trainees would climb these chains to see the crowns. (Source: Midot 3:8). 

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