Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Solomon said, “The LORD has said that he would dwell in a dark cloud; New Living Translation Then Solomon prayed, “O LORD, you have said that you would live in a thick cloud of darkness. English Standard Version Then Solomon said, “The LORD has said that he would dwell in thick darkness. Berean Standard Bible Then Solomon declared: “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud. King James Bible Then said Solomon, The LORD hath said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. New King James Version Then Solomon spoke: “The LORD said He would dwell in the dark cloud. New American Standard Bible Then Solomon said, “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick darkness. NASB 1995 Then Solomon said, “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud. NASB 1977 Then Solomon said, “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud. Legacy Standard Bible Then Solomon said, “Yahweh has said that He would dwell in the cloud of dense gloom. Amplified Bible Then Solomon said, “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud. Christian Standard Bible Then Solomon said: The LORD said he would dwell in total darkness, Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Solomon said: The LORD said He would dwell in thick darkness, American Standard Version Then spake Solomon, Jehovah hath said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. Contemporary English Version Solomon prayed: "Our LORD, you said that you would live in a dark cloud. English Revised Version Then spake Solomon, The LORD hath said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then Solomon said, "The LORD said he would live in a dark cloud. Good News Translation Then King Solomon prayed, "LORD, you have chosen to live in clouds and darkness. International Standard Version Then Solomon said, "The LORD has said that he lives shrouded in darkness. Majority Standard Bible Then Solomon declared: ?The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud. NET Bible Then Solomon said, "The LORD has said that he lives in thick darkness. New Heart English Bible Then Solomon said, "The LORD has said that he would dwell in the thick cloud. Webster's Bible Translation Then said Solomon, The LORD hath said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. World English Bible Then Solomon said, “Yahweh has said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThen Solomon said, “YHWH said [He would] dwell in thick darkness, Young's Literal Translation Then said Solomon, 'Jehovah said -- to dwell in thick darkness, Smith's Literal Translation Then said Solomon, Jehovah said to dwell in thick clouds. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThen Solomon said: The Lord promised that he would dwell in a cloud. Catholic Public Domain Version Then Solomon said: “The Lord has promised that he would dwell in a cloud. New American Bible Then Solomon said: “The LORD intends to dwell in the dark cloud; New Revised Standard Version Then Solomon said, “The LORD has said that he would reside in thick darkness. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTHEN Solomon said, O LORD, thou hast declared that thou wouldst dwell in the thick darkness. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Then Solomon said: ”LORD JEHOVAH, you have spoken, dwelling in darkness. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then spoke Solomon: The LORD hath said that He would dwell in the thick darkness. Brenton Septuagint Translation Then said Solomon, The Lord said that he would dwell in thick darkness. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon Praises the LORD1Then Solomon declared: “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud; 2and I have built You an exalted house, a place for You to dwell forever.”… Cross References 1 Kings 8:12 Then Solomon declared: “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud. Exodus 20:21 And the people stood at a distance as Moses approached the thick darkness where God was. Exodus 40:34-35 Then the cloud covered the Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. / Moses was unable to enter the Tent of Meeting because the cloud had settled on it, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. Leviticus 16:2 And the LORD said to Moses: “Tell your brother Aaron not to enter freely into the Most Holy Place behind the veil in front of the mercy seat on the ark, or else he will die, because I appear in the cloud above the mercy seat. Psalm 18:11 He made darkness His hiding place, and storm clouds a canopy around Him. Psalm 97:2 Clouds and darkness surround Him; righteousness and justice are His throne’s foundation. Isaiah 45:15 Truly You are a God who hides Himself, O God of Israel, the Savior. Isaiah 60:2 For behold, darkness covers the earth, and thick darkness is over the peoples; but the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear over you. Matthew 17:5 While Peter was still speaking, a bright cloud enveloped them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Listen to Him!” Mark 9:7 Then a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is My beloved Son. Listen to Him!” Luke 9:34-35 While Peter was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. / And a voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is My Son, whom I have chosen. Listen to Him!” John 1:14 The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. John 12:28-29 Father, glorify Your name!” Then a voice came from heaven: “I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.” / The crowd standing there heard it and said that it had thundered. Others said that an angel had spoken to Him. Acts 1:9 After He had said this, they watched as He was taken up, and a cloud hid Him from their sight. Acts 7:48-50 However, the Most High does not dwell in houses made by human hands. As the prophet says: / ‘Heaven is My throne and the earth is My footstool. What kind of house will you build for Me, says the Lord, or where will My place of repose be? / Has not My hand made all these things?’ Treasury of Scripture Then said Solomon, The LORD has said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. The Lord Exodus 20:21 And the people stood afar off, and Moses drew near unto the thick darkness where God was. Exodus 24:15-18 And Moses went up into the mount, and a cloud covered the mount… Leviticus 16:2 And the LORD said unto Moses, Speak unto Aaron thy brother, that he come not at all times into the holy place within the vail before the mercy seat, which is upon the ark; that he die not: for I will appear in the cloud upon the mercy seat. Jump to Previous Cloud Dark Darkness Dwell Heaven Living-Place Solomon Sun ThickJump to Next Cloud Dark Darkness Dwell Heaven Living-Place Solomon Sun Thick2 Chronicles 6 1. Solomon, having blessed the people, blessed God12. Solomon's prayer in the consecration of the temple, upon the bronze platform. Then Solomon declared: Solomon, the son of David and king of Israel, is speaking at the dedication of the Temple in Jerusalem. This moment is significant as it marks the culmination of his efforts to build a permanent dwelling place for the LORD, fulfilling the vision his father David had. Solomon's declaration is a public acknowledgment of God's presence and promises. This event is a pivotal moment in Israel's history, symbolizing the nation's spiritual and political unity under Solomon's reign. The LORD has said: that He would dwell: in the thick cloud: Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon is the king of Israel who built the first temple in Jerusalem. Known for his wisdom, Solomon is a central figure in this passage as he dedicates the temple to the LORD. 2. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant God of Israel, who has chosen to dwell among His people. His presence is symbolized by the thick cloud, indicating His glory and mystery. 3. The Thick Cloud Represents the divine presence of God. In the Hebrew context, the word for "cloud" ('anan) often signifies God's glory and His dwelling among His people, as seen in the wilderness journey of the Israelites. 4. The Temple in Jerusalem The newly constructed temple by Solomon, serving as the central place of worship for the Israelites and the dwelling place of God's presence. 5. The Dedication of the Temple A significant event where Solomon addresses the people and prays to God, marking the completion of the temple and inviting God's presence to dwell there. Teaching Points God's Presence is Mysterious and MajesticThe thick cloud symbolizes the mystery and majesty of God's presence. We are reminded that while God is near, He is also beyond our full comprehension. God Dwells Among His People Just as God chose to dwell in the temple, He desires to dwell among His people today. This calls us to create spaces in our lives where God's presence is welcomed and honored. The Importance of Worship and Dedication Solomon's dedication of the temple highlights the importance of setting apart time and space for worship. We are encouraged to dedicate our lives and resources to God's service. God's Faithfulness to His Promises The fulfillment of God's promise to dwell among His people in the temple reminds us of His faithfulness. We can trust God to fulfill His promises in our lives. Reverence for God's Holiness The imagery of the thick cloud calls us to approach God with reverence and awe, recognizing His holiness and our need for humility in His presence.VI. 2. KING SOLOMON BLESSES HIS PEOPLE AND HIS GOD (2Chronicles 6:1-11.) (Comp. 1Kings 8:12-21.) This section also is in verbal agreement with the parallel account, with a few slight exceptions. (1) The thick darkness.--'Araphel, which is explained as caligo nubium, "gloom of clouds." (See Exodus 20:21; Deuteronomy 4:11; Psalm 18:9. Comp. the Greek, ?????.) The Targum on 1Kings 8:12 reads Jerusalem, but this is probably a gloss. . . . Verse 1. - In the thick darkness; Hebrew, מַּעֲרַפֶל. The Lord had said this in so many words, and also by not a few practical examples (Leviticus 16:2; Exodus 19:9; Exodus 24:16; Exodus 25:22; Exodus 40:34, 35). This thing which he said, and did, even while really instructing, after the manner of special revelation, a specialized people, is essentially what he ever has said and ever is doing in all time, in all the world, and in all nature and providence. It is a fact and it is necessary that his glory be for the present veiled in "clouds and darkness" (Psalm 97:2; Psalm 18. n).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Thenאָ֖ז (’āz) Adverb Strong's 227: At that time, place, therefore Solomon שְׁלֹמֹ֑ה (šə·lō·mōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne said: אָמַ֣ר (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “The LORD יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel said אָמַ֔ר (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say that He would dwell לִשְׁכּ֖וֹן (liš·kō·wn) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 7931: To settle down, abide, dwell in the thick cloud; בָּעֲרָפֶֽל׃ (bā·‘ă·rā·p̄el) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6205: Cloud, heavy cloud Links 2 Chronicles 6:1 NIV2 Chronicles 6:1 NLT 2 Chronicles 6:1 ESV 2 Chronicles 6:1 NASB 2 Chronicles 6:1 KJV 2 Chronicles 6:1 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 6:1 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 6:1 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 6:1 French Bible 2 Chronicles 6:1 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 6:1 Then spoke Solomon Yahweh has said that (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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