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eighteen cubits ... twelve cubits ... five cubits

A cubit is about 46 centimeters. Alternate translation: "about 8.3 meters ... 5.5 meters ... 2.3 cubits" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-bdistance)

two capitals

decorations on top of each of the two pillars

polished bronze

They polished the bronze so that it would reflect sunlight. "gleaming bronze"