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◄ 2 Chronicles 2:6►
New International Version
But who is able to build a temple for him, since the heavens, even the highest heavens, cannot contain him? Who then am I to build a temple for him, except as a place to burn sacrifices before him?

New Living Translation
But who can really build him a worthy home? Not even the highest heavens can contain him! So who am I to consider building a Temple for him, except as a place to burn sacrifices to him?

English Standard Version
But who is able to build him a house, since heaven, even highest heaven, cannot contain him? Who am I to build a house for him, except as a place to make offerings before him?

Berean Standard Bible
But who is able to build a house for Him, since the heavens, even the highest heavens, cannot contain Him? Who then am I, that I should build a house for Him, except as a place to burn sacrifices before Him?

King James Bible
But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? whoam I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him?

New King James Version
But who is able to build Him a temple, since heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain Him? Whoam I then, that I should build Him a temple, except to burn sacrifice before Him?

New American Standard Bible
But who is able to build a house for Him, since the heavens and the highest heavens cannot contain Him? And who am I, that I should build a house for Him, except to burnincense before Him?

NASB 1995
“But who is able to build a house for Him, for the heavens and the highest heavens cannot contain Him? So who am I, that I should build a house for Him, except to burn incense before Him?

NASB 1977
“But who is able to build a house for Him, for the heavens and the highest heavens cannot contain Him? So who am I, that I should build a house for Him, except to burnincense before Him?

Legacy Standard Bible
But who is able to build a house for Him, for the heavens and the highest heavens cannot contain Him? So who am I, that I should build a house for Him, except to burnincense before Him?

Amplified Bible
But who is able to build a house for Him, since the heavens and [even] the highest heavens cannot contain Him? Who am I to build a house for Him, except [as a place] to burnincense before Him?

Christian Standard Bible
But who is able to build a temple for him, since even heaven and the highest heaven cannot contain him? Who am I then that I should build a temple for him except as a place to burn incense before him?

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But who is able to build a temple for Him, since even heaven and the highest heaven cannot contain Him? Who am I then that I should build a temple for Him except as a place to burn incense before Him?

American Standard Version
But who is able to build him a house, seeing heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who am I then, that I should build him a house, save only to burn incense before him?

Contemporary English Version
No one can ever build a temple large enough for God--even the heavens are too small a place for him to live in! All I can do is build a place where we can offer sacrifices to him.

English Revised Version
But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who am I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn incense before him?

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But who is able to build him a temple when heaven itself, the highest heaven, cannot hold him? Who am I to build him a temple except as a place to sacrifice in his presence?

Good News Translation
Yet no one can really build a temple for God, because even all the vastness of heaven cannot contain him. How then can I build a temple that would be anything more than a place to burn incense to God?

International Standard Version
But who can build a temple for him, since neither heaven nor the highest of the heavens can contain him? So who am I, that I should build a temple to him, except to burn incense in his presence?

NET Bible
Of course, who can really build a temple for him, since the sky and the highest heavens cannot contain him? Who am I that I should build him a temple! It will really be only a place to offer sacrifices before him.

New Heart English Bible
But who is able to build him a house, since heaven and the heaven of heavens can't contain him? Who am I then, that I should build him a house, except just to burn incense before him?

Webster's Bible Translation
But who is able to build him a house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who am I then that I should build him a house, save only to burn sacrifice before him?
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
But who is able to build a house for Him, since the heavens, even the highest heavens, cannot contain Him? Who then am I, that I should build a house for Him, except as a place to burn sacrifices before Him?

World English Bible
But who is able to build him a house, since heaven and the heaven of heavens can’t contain him? Who am I then, that I should build him a house, except just to burn incense before him?
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and who retains strength to build a house for Him, since the heavens, even the heavens of the heavens, do not contain Him? And who [am] I that I build a house for Him, except to make incense before Him?

Young's Literal Translation
and who doth retain strength to build to Him a house, for the heavens, even the heavens of the heavens, do not contain Him? and who am I that I do build to Him a house, except to make perfume before Him?

Smith's Literal Translation
For who shall retain power to build for him a house? for the heavens and the heavens of the heavens shall not contain him: and who am I who shall build to him a house but to burn incense before him?
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Who then can be able to build him a worthy house? if heaven, and the heavens of heavens cannot contain him: who am I that I should be able to build him a house? but to this end only, that incense may be burnt before him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
So then, who will be able prevail, so that he may build a worthy house for him? If heaven and the heavens of heavens cannot contain him, what am I that I would be able to build a house to him? But let it be for this only, so that incense may be burned before him.

New American Bible
Yet who is really able to build him a house, since the heavens and even the highest heavens cannot contain him? And who am I that I should build him a house, unless it be to offer incense in his presence?

New Revised Standard Version
But who is able to build him a house, since heaven, even highest heaven, cannot contain him? Who am I to build a house for him, except as a place to make offerings before him?
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But who is able to build him a house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? Who am I then, that I should build him a house or burn sweet incense before him?

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And who has power in him to build a house for him, for Heaven and the Heaven of Heavens do not contain him, and who am I considered that I would build him a house, or that I would bring forth to him censers of sweet incense?
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
But who is able to build Him a house, seeing the heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain Him? who am I then, that I should build Him a house, save only to offer before Him?

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And who will be able to build him a house? for the heaven and heaven of heavens do not bear his glory: and who am I, that I should build him a house, save only to burn incense before him?

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Preparations for the Temple
…5The house that I am building will be great, for our God is greater than all gods.6But whois ableto builda housefor Him,sincethe heavens,even the highest heavens,cannotcontain Him?Who thenam I,thatI should builda housefor Him,except as a placeto burn sacrificesbefore Him?7Send me, therefore, a craftsman skilled in engraving to work with gold and silver, with bronze and iron, and with purple, crimson, and blue yarn. He will work with my craftsmen in Judah and Jerusalem, whom my father David provided.…

Cross References
1 Kings 8:27
But will God indeed dwell upon the earth? The heavens, even the highest heavens, cannot contain You, much less this temple I have built.

Isaiah 66:1-2
This is what the LORD says: “Heaven is My throne, and earth is My footstool. What kind of house will you build for Me? Or where will My place of repose be? / Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word.

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?’

Psalm 113:5-6
Who is like the LORD our God, the One enthroned on high? / He humbles Himself to behold the heavens and the earth.

Psalm 139:7-10
Where can I go to escape Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? / If I ascend to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in Sheol, You are there. / If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle by the farthest sea, ...

Jeremiah 23:24
“Can a man hide in secret places where I cannot see him?” declares the LORD. “Do I not fill the heavens and the earth?” declares the LORD.

1 Kings 8:43
then may You hear from heaven, Your dwelling place, and do according to all for which the foreigner calls to You. Then all the peoples of the earth will know Your name and fear You, as do Your people Israel, and they will know that this house I have built is called by Your Name.

Acts 17:24-25
The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples made by human hands. / Nor is He served by human hands, as if He needed anything, because He Himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.

Psalm 115:16
The highest heavens belong to the LORD, but the earth He has given to mankind.

Job 11:7-9
Can you fathom the deep things of God or discover the limits of the Almighty? / They are higher than the heavens—what can you do? They are deeper than Sheol—what can you know? / Their measure is longer than the earth and wider than the sea.

Psalm 148:13
Let them praise the name of the LORD, for His name alone is exalted; His splendor is above the earth and the heavens.

Isaiah 40:22
He sits enthroned above the circle of the earth; its dwellers are like grasshoppers. He stretches out the heavens like a curtain, and spreads them out like a tent to dwell in.

Nehemiah 9:6
You alone are the LORD. You created the heavens, the highest heavens with all their host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to all things, and the host of heaven worships You.

John 4:24
God is Spirit, and His worshipers must worship Him in spirit and in truth.”

Romans 11:33-36
O, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments, and untraceable His ways! / “Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been His counselor?” / “Who has first given to God, that God should repay him?” ...


Treasury of Scripture

But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who am I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him?

But who

2 Chronicles 6:18
But will God in very deed dwell with men on the earth? behold, heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain thee; how much less this house which I have built!

1 Kings 8:27
But will God indeed dwell on the earth? behold, the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain thee; how much less this house that I have builded?

Isaiah 66:1
Thus saith the LORD, The heavenis my throne, and the earthis my footstool: whereis the house that ye build unto me? and whereis the place of my rest?

2 Chronicles 1:10
Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this thy people,that is so great?

Exodus 3:11
And Moses said unto God, Whoam I, that I should go unto Pharaoh, and that I should bring forth the children of Israel out of Egypt?

2 Samuel 7:18
Then went king David in, and sat before the LORD, and he said, Whoam I, O Lord GOD? and whatis my house, that thou hast brought me hitherto?

save only

Deuteronomy 12:5,6,11,14,26
But unto the place which the LORD your God shall choose out of all your tribes to put his name there,even unto his habitation shall ye seek, and thither thou shalt come: …

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2 Chronicles 2
1.Solomon's laborers for the building of the temple
3.His ambassage to Huram for workmen and provisions
11.Huram sends him a kind answer
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But who is able to build a house for Him
This phrase reflects Solomon's humility and recognition of God's transcendence. In the ancient Near Eastern context, building a temple was a significant act, often seen as a way to house a deity. However, Solomon acknowledges that God cannot be confined to a physical structure. This echoes the sentiment found in1 Kings 8:27, where Solomon questions whether God can truly dwell on earth. It highlights the biblical theme of God's omnipresence and the inadequacy of human efforts to contain Him.

since the heavens, even the highest heavens, cannot contain Him?
The phrase emphasizes God's infinite nature, surpassing even the vastness of the heavens. The "highest heavens" refers to the concept of multiple heavens, a common belief in ancient cosmology, where the highest heaven is the dwelling place of God. This idea is also seen inDeuteronomy 10:14 andPsalm 148:4. It underscores the belief that God is beyond all creation, reinforcing His majesty and sovereignty.

Who then am I, that I should build a house for Him
Solomon's rhetorical question reveals his humility and awareness of his own limitations. Despite being a king, he acknowledges his unworthiness in the grand scheme of God's plan. This humility is a key characteristic of biblical leaders, as seen in figures like Moses (Exodus 3:11) and David (2 Samuel 7:18). It serves as a reminder of the need for humility before God, regardless of one's earthly status.

except as a place to burn sacrifices before Him?
This phrase highlights the primary function of the temple: a place for worship and sacrifice. In the Old Testament, sacrifices were central to Israel's relationship with God, serving as a means of atonement and worship. The temple was not just a physical structure but a spiritual center for the Israelites. This foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who fulfills the sacrificial system (Hebrews 10:10-14). The temple's role as a place of sacrifice points to the greater reality of Christ's atoning work.

Persons / Places / Events
1.Solomon
The king of Israel, son of David, who is tasked with building the temple for the Lord. He acknowledges his own limitations and the greatness of God.

2.The Temple
The house Solomon intends to build for the Lord, which serves as a place for worship and sacrifices.

3.Heavens and Highest Heavens
Refers to the vastness of God's creation, emphasizing His omnipresence and the inability of any physical structure to contain Him.

4.Sacrifices
The offerings made to God, which were central to the worship practices of Israel and symbolized atonement and dedication to God.

5.Hiram, King of Tyre
Although not directly mentioned in this verse, he plays a significant role in providing materials and skilled labor for the temple's construction.
Teaching Points
God's Transcendence and Immanence
God is beyond our full comprehension and cannot be confined to any physical space. Yet, He chooses to dwell among His people, showing His desire for relationship.

Humility in Service
Like Solomon, we must recognize our limitations and approach our service to God with humility, understanding that it is a privilege to serve Him.

Purpose of Worship
Worship is not about containing God but about offering our lives as living sacrifices, acknowledging His greatness and our dependence on Him.

The Role of Sacrifices
In the Old Testament, sacrifices were a way to atone for sin and express devotion. Today, we are called to offer spiritual sacrifices through our lives and actions.

God's Presence in Our Lives
While God cannot be contained in a building, He dwells within us through the Holy Spirit, making our bodies His temple.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 2:6?

2.How does 2 Chronicles 2:6 emphasize God's greatness and transcendence over creation?

3.What does Solomon's acknowledgment of God's vastness teach about humility in worship?

4.How can we apply Solomon's reverence for God in our daily lives?

5.How does 2 Chronicles 2:6 connect with Isaiah 66:1 about God's dwelling?

6.In what ways can we honor God's majesty in our church activities today?

7.How does 2 Chronicles 2:6 emphasize God's transcendence and omnipresence?

8.Why does Solomon acknowledge the inadequacy of a temple for God in 2 Chronicles 2:6?

9.What does 2 Chronicles 2:6 reveal about the nature of worship?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 2?

11.What defines a house of prayer?

12.In 2 Chronicles 2:4, how can a temple truly contain God if other passages assert He cannot be confined?

13.2 Chronicles 6:22-23: This suggests immediate, divinely guided justice in conflicts; why is there little evidence of such direct interventions in historical records?

14.Jeremiah 7:30-31: How does the practice of child sacrifice in this passage reconcile with the lack of supporting historical records outside the Bible?
What Does 2 Chronicles 2:6 Mean
But who is able to build a house for Him

Solomon has inherited the charge to construct the temple, yet he begins with humility, recognizing that no human skill or royal authority is adequate to “build a house for Him.” He echoes David’s earlier confession, “Who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this?” (1 Chronicles 29:14).

• This is not false modesty; it is the proper posture before a holy God who dwells “in unapproachable light” (1 Timothy 6:16).

• The statement guards Israel—and us—from the illusion that grand projects or budgets impress the LORD. God “does not live in temples made by human hands” (Acts 7:48–49), yet He graciously allows His people to serve Him.

• Solomon’s admission prepares our hearts to remember that any ministry, offering, or act of service is first an act of grace from God toward us (Ephesians 2:10).

since the heavens, even the highest heavens, cannot contain Him?

Solomon grounds his humility in theology: the Creator is infinite.Isaiah 66:1 declares, “Heaven is My throne, and the earth is My footstool.”

• By pointing to the “highest heavens,” Solomon stacks superlatives to underscore God’s transcendence (Psalm 113:4–6).

• The verse reminds us that God is present everywhere at once, yet never confined.Psalm 139:7–10 celebrates this same truth.

• Any building, no matter how ornate, can only symbolize His presence. When we gather for worship today, our sanctuaries function the same way: signposts, not containers.

Who then am I, that I should build a house for Him

The king asks a second, deeper question: “Who then am I?” Even endowed with wisdom (2 Chronicles 1:10–12) and resources, Solomon knows he is still a servant.

• This mirrors Moses inExodus 3:11—“Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh?” God often calls us beyond our capacities so we will depend on Him.

• Notice the contrast: the immeasurable God versus a finite man. Any sense of entitlement evaporates.

• For believers, this perspective fuels gratitude rather than pride when God chooses to work through us (1 Corinthians 15:10).

except as a place to burn sacrifices before Him?

Solomon lands on the practical purpose: the temple will host sacrifices, the divinely appointed way for Israel to approach God (Leviticus 1 – 7).

• Sacrifices declare two truths simultaneously: God’s holiness demands atonement, and His mercy provides it (Psalm 103:10–12).

• The altar, not the architecture, is central.Hebrews 9:1–10 reflects on the tabernacle’s furnishings, emphasizing that they pointed forward to Christ, “the Lamb of God” (John 1:29).

• Today, we no longer bring animal offerings, yetRomans 12:1 urges us to present our bodies “as living sacrifices,” grateful that Jesus has fulfilled the system once for all (Hebrews 10:10).

summary

2 Chronicles 2:6 pulls back the curtain on Solomon’s heart as he embarks on a monumental task. He confesses that no human effort can house the infinite God, yet God invites His servants to build a meeting place where sacrifices illustrate His redemptive plan. The verse combines awe, humility, and purpose: we marvel at God’s transcendence, acknowledge our smallness, and gladly serve in the roles He assigns—always remembering that the true glory belongs to Him alone.

(6)But who is able.--Literally,who could keep strength? (See1Chronicles 29:14.)

The heaven . . . cannot contain him.--This high thought occurs in Solomon's prayer (1Kings 8:27;2Chronicles 6:18).

Who am I then . . . before him?--That is, I am not so ignorant of the infinite nature of Deity, as to think of localising it within an earthly dwelling. I build not for His residence, but for His worship and service. (Comp.Isaiah 40:22.)

To burn sacrifice.--Literally,to burn incense. Here, as in2Chronicles 2:4, used in a general sense. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
But who
וּמִ֤י(ū·mî)
Conjunctive waw | Interrogative
Strong's 4310:Who?, whoever, in oblique construction with prefix, suffix

is able
יַעֲצָר־(ya·‘ă·ṣār-)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6113:To inclose, to hold back, to maintain, rule, assemble

to build
לִבְנֽוֹת־(liḇ·nō·wṯ-)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 1129:To build

a house
בַ֔יִת(ḇa·yiṯ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004:A house

for Him,
ל֣וֹ(lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

since
כִּ֧י(kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

the heavens,
הַשָּׁמַ֛יִם(haš·šā·ma·yim)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8064:Heaven, sky

even the highest heavens,
וּשְׁמֵ֥י(ū·šə·mê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8064:Heaven, sky

cannot
לֹ֣א(lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

contain Him?
יְכַלְכְּלֻ֑הוּ(yə·ḵal·kə·lu·hū)
Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3557:To keep in, to measure, to maintain

Who then
וּמִ֤י(ū·mî)
Conjunctive waw | Interrogative
Strong's 4310:Who?, whoever, in oblique construction with prefix, suffix

am I,
אֲנִי֙(’ă·nî)
Pronoun - first person common singular
Strong's 589:I

that
אֲשֶׁ֣ר(’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

I should build
אֶבְנֶה־(’eḇ·neh-)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular
Strong's 1129:To build

a house
בַ֔יִת(ḇa·yiṯ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004:A house

for Him,
לּ֣וֹ(lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

except [as a place]
כִּ֖י(kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

to burn sacrifices
לְהַקְטִ֥יר(lə·haq·ṭîr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct
Strong's 6999:To smoke, turn into fragrance by fire

before Him?
לְפָנָֽיו׃(lə·p̄ā·nāw)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6440:The face


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