Especially prized were its majestic cedars, which were much sought after as building material because of their beauty, fragrance, and durability.
(‏ مزمور ٧٢ :‏ ١٦ ؛‏ اشعياء ٦٠ :‏ ١٣‏ )‏ فأرزه المهيب ،‏ بجماله وشذاه وقوة احتماله ،‏ كان يقدَّر بشكل خاص ويكثر الطلب عليه من اجل البناء .‏