New International VersionThe priests then withdrew from the Holy Place. All the priests who were there had consecrated themselves, regardless of their divisions.
New Living TranslationThen the priests left the Holy Place. All the priests who were present had purified themselves, whether or not they were on duty that day.
English Standard VersionAnd when the priests came out of the Holy Place (for all the priests who were present had consecrated themselves, without regard to their divisions,
Berean Standard BibleNow all the priests who were present had consecrated themselves regardless of their divisions. And when the priests came out of the Holy Place,
King James BibleAnd it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place: (for all the priests that were present were sanctified, and did not then wait by course:
New King James VersionAnd it came to pass when the priests came out of the Most Holy Place (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves, without keeping to their divisions),
New American Standard BibleWhen the priests came out from the holy place (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves, without regard to divisions),
NASB 1995When the priests came forth from the holy place (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves, without regard to divisions),
NASB 1977And when the priests came forth from the holy place (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves, without regard to divisions),
Legacy Standard BibleNow it happened that when the priests came out of the holy place (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves, without regard to divisions),
Amplified BibleWhen the priests came out of the Holy Place (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves [separating themselves from everything unclean], without regard to their assigned divisions),
Christian Standard BibleNow all the priests who were present had consecrated themselves regardless of their divisions. When the priests came out of the holy place,
Holman Christian Standard BibleNow all the priests who were present had consecrated themselves regardless of their divisions. When the priests came out of the holy place,
American Standard VersionAnd it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place, (for all the priests that were present had sanctified themselves, and did not keep their courses;
English Revised VersionAnd it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place, (for all the priests that were present had sanctified themselves, and did not keep their courses;
GOD'S WORD® TranslationAll the priests who were present had performed the ceremonies to make themselves holy to God without regard to staying in their divisions.
International Standard VersionAfter this, the priests vacated the Holy Place. (Meanwhile, all the priests who were participating consecrated themselves, irrespective of their Levitical divisions.
NET BibleThe priests left the holy place. All the priests who participated had consecrated themselves, no matter which division they represented.
New Heart English BibleIt happened, when the priests had come out of the holy place, (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves, regardless of the divisions;
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd it came to pass, when the priests had come out of the holy place: (for all the priests that were present were sanctified, and did not then wait by course: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow all the priests who were present had consecrated themselves regardless of their divisions. And when the priests came out of the Holy Place,
World English BibleWhen the priests had come out of the holy place (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves, and didn’t keep their divisions; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it comes to pass, in the going out of the priests from the holy place—for all the priests who are present have sanctified themselves, there is none to watch by divisions,
Young's Literal Translation And it cometh to pass, in the going out of the priests from the sanctuary -- for all the priests who are present have sanctified themselves, there is none to watch by courses,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd it will be in the coming forth of the priests from the holy place, (for all the priests being found were consecrated not to watch to the divisions: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow when the priests were come out of the sanctuary, (for all the priests that could be found there, mere sanctified: and as yet at that time the courses and orders of the ministries were not divided among them,)
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd having gone out from the Sanctuary, the priests (for all the priests who were able to be found there were sanctified, and in that time the turns and orders of the ministries had not yet been divided among them)
New American BibleWhen the priests left the holy place (all the priests who were present had purified themselves regardless of the rotation of their various divisions),
New Revised Standard VersionNow when the priests came out of the holy place (for all the priests who were present had sanctified themselves, without regard to their divisions), Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place (for all the priests who were present there entered into the holy place;
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd it happened that when the Priests went out from the House of the Ministry, because all of the Priests who were found there entered the House of the Ministry OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place--for all the priests that were present had sanctified themselves, and did not keep their courses;
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd it came to pass, when the priests when out of the holy place, (for all the priests that were found were sanctified, they were not then arranged according to their daily course,)
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Context God's Glory Fills the Temple11Nowallthe priestswho were presenthad consecrated themselvesregardless oftheir divisions.And whenthe priestscame outofthe Holy Place,12all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets.…
Cross References 1 Kings 8:10-11And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, the cloud filled the house of the LORD / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.
Exodus 40:34-35Then 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 16:17No one may be in the Tent of Meeting from the time Aaron goes in to make atonement in the Most Holy Place until he leaves, after he has made atonement for himself, his household, and the whole assembly of Israel.
1 Kings 8:6-9Then the priests brought the ark of the covenant of the LORD to its place in the inner sanctuary of the temple, the Most Holy Place, beneath the wings of the cherubim. / For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles. / The poles extended far enough that their ends were visible from the Holy Place in front of the inner sanctuary, but not from outside the Holy Place; and they are there to this day. ...
Hebrews 9:6-7When everything had been prepared in this way, the priests entered regularly into the first room to perform their sacred duties. / But only the high priest entered the second room, and then only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance.
Numbers 8:19And I have given the Levites as a gift to Aaron and his sons from among the Israelites, to perform the service for the Israelites at the Tent of Meeting and to make atonement on their behalf, so that no plague will come against the Israelites when they approach the sanctuary.”
1 Chronicles 24:1-19These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. / But Nadab and Abihu died before their father did, and they had no sons; so Eleazar and Ithamar served as priests. / With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service. ...
1 Chronicles 15:14So the priests and Levites consecrated themselves to bring up the ark of the LORD, the God of Israel.
1 Peter 2:9But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.
1 Samuel 2:28And out of all the tribes of Israel I selected your father to be My priest, to offer sacrifices on My altar, to burn incense, and to wear an ephod in My presence. I also gave to the house of your father all the food offerings of the Israelites.
1 Chronicles 23:13The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.
Hebrews 7:27Unlike the other high priests, He does not need to offer daily sacrifices, first for His own sins and then for the sins of the people; He sacrificed for sin once for all when He offered up Himself.
1 Chronicles 6:49But Aaron and his sons did all the work of the Most Holy Place. They presented the offerings on the altar of burnt offering and on the altar of incense to make atonement for Israel, according to all that Moses the servant of God had commanded.
Luke 1:8-9One day while Zechariah’s division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God, / he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.
2 Chronicles 29:11Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”
Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place: (for all the priests that were present were sanctified, and did not then wait by course: present [heb] found 2 Chronicles 29:5,15,34 And said unto them, Hear me, ye Levites, sanctify now yourselves, and sanctify the house of the LORD God of your fathers, and carry forth the filthiness out of the holyplace… 2 Chronicles 30:15,17-20 Then they killed the passover on the fourteenthday of the second month: and the priests and the Levites were ashamed, and sanctified themselves, and brought in the burnt offerings into the house of the LORD… Exodus 19:10,14,15 And the LORD said unto Moses, Go unto the people, and sanctify them to day and to morrow, and let them wash their clothes, … wait by course 2 Chronicles 35:4 And prepareyourselves by the houses of your fathers, after your courses, according to the writing of David king of Israel, and according to the writing of Solomon his son. 1 Chronicles 24:1-31 Nowthese are the divisions of the sons of Aaron. The sons of Aaron; Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar… Jump to Previous ConsecratedCourseCoursesDivisionsForthHallowedHolyKeepingObservingPresentPriestsRegardSanctifiedSanctuaryThemselvesWaitWatchWithdrewJump to Next ConsecratedCourseCoursesDivisionsForthHallowedHolyKeepingObservingPresentPriestsRegardSanctifiedSanctuaryThemselvesWaitWatchWithdrew2 Chronicles 5 1.The dedicated treasures2.The solemn induction of the ark into the oracle11.God being praised, gives a visible sign of his favorNow all the priests who were present had consecrated themselves regardless of their divisions.The consecration of the priests signifies their preparation and purification for service, a practice rooted in the Levitical laws ( Exodus 29:1-9). This act of consecration underscores the holiness required to approach God, reflecting the broader biblical theme of sanctification. The mention of "regardless of their divisions" highlights the unity among the priests, transcending their usual divisions into 24 courses as established by King David (1 Chronicles 24). This unity is significant in the context of the temple dedication, symbolizing the collective worship and service to God. The act of consecration also prefigures the ultimate consecration found in Jesus Christ, who sanctifies believers ( Hebrews 10:10). And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, The Holy Place was a sacred area within the temple, distinct from the Most Holy Place, where the Ark of the Covenant was kept. The priests' exit from the Holy Place indicates the completion of their duties within this sacred space, possibly involving the placement of the Ark in the Most Holy Place (2 Chronicles 5:7). This movement signifies a transition from preparation to the public act of worship and dedication. The Holy Place itself is a type of Christ, who is the true temple and mediator between God and humanity (John 2:19-21). The priests' role in the temple foreshadows the priesthood of all believers, who are called to serve and worship God in spirit and truth (1 Peter 2:9). Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestsThe priests were the Levitical priests who served in the temple. They were responsible for performing sacrifices and maintaining the temple's sanctity. In this context, they had consecrated themselves for the dedication of Solomon's Temple. 2. Solomon's TempleThis was the first temple built in Jerusalem, a central place of worship for the Israelites. It symbolized God's presence among His people. 3. ConsecrationThis refers to the act of making oneself holy or set apart for God's service. The priests consecrated themselves to be pure and ready to serve in the temple. 4. DivisionsThe priests were organized into divisions, each serving at different times. However, during this significant event, all divisions came together, emphasizing unity in worship. 5. Dedication of the TempleThis event marked the completion and consecration of the temple, a pivotal moment in Israel's history, signifying God's dwelling among His people. Teaching Points Unity in WorshipThe gathering of all priests, regardless of their divisions, underscores the importance of unity in worship. Believers today are called to come together in unity, setting aside differences to worship God. Holiness and PreparationThe consecration of the priests serves as a reminder of the need for personal holiness and preparation when approaching God. Believers are encouraged to examine their hearts and lives, seeking purity and readiness to serve. God's PresenceThe dedication of the temple signifies God's desire to dwell among His people. Today, believers are the temple of the Holy Spirit, and God's presence is with them continually. Service to GodJust as the priests were set apart for service, believers are called to serve God in their daily lives, using their gifts and talents for His glory. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 5:11?
2.How does 2 Chronicles 5:11 highlight the importance of purity in worship?
3.Why were the priests' roles significant in 2 Chronicles 5:11 for God's presence?
4.What does "sanctified themselves" teach about preparation for worship today?
5.How can we apply the priests' dedication in 2 Chronicles 5:11 to our lives?
6.What other scriptures emphasize the need for holiness in approaching God?
7.What is the significance of the priests' sanctification in 2 Chronicles 5:11?
8.How does 2 Chronicles 5:11 reflect the importance of purity in worship?
9.Why were all priests present regardless of divisions in 2 Chronicles 5:11?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 5?
11.What are the main themes of the Bible's books?
12.Are the religious reforms in 2 Chronicles 23:16-21 historically credible, or do they reflect an idealized narrative from a later period?
13.Why does 2 Chronicles 11:13-17 claim a Levite migration to Judah when there is minimal historical or archaeological support for such a major priestly exodus?
14.Who are the 24 Elders in Revelation?What Does 2 Chronicles 5:11 Mean Now all the priests who were presentThe narrative pauses to highlight that every single priest on duty showed up for this moment in Solomon’s temple dedication. No one opted out, underscoring how corporate worship demands full participation. SeeExodus 19:22, where the priests at Sinai likewise had to approach the LORD together; and compare withActs 2:1, where “they were all together in one place” before the Spirit was poured out. God habitually moves when His people gather as one. had consecrated themselvesConsecration is the act of setting oneself apart for God’s service. In the Old Testament, that meant ceremonial washing, wearing prescribed garments, and abstaining from anything defiling (Exodus 29:1–9;2 Chronicles 29:34). The verse assures us the priests didn’t shortcut that process. For believers today, the call is equally literal—though expressed morally rather than ceremonially: “Present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God” (Romans 12:1). First Peter 2:5 says we are “a holy priesthood” who must likewise be set apart before we minister. regardless of their divisionsOrdinarily, priestly “divisions” (1 Chronicles 24) served on a rotating schedule. Here, divisions fade into the background; every group turns up at once. The temple dedication is too significant for shifts and rotations. It is an exceptional, all-hands-on-deck moment, echoingPsalm 133:1: “How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony.” Denominational or departmental lines should disappear whenever God’s glory is about to fill the house (John 17:21). And when the priests came out of the Holy PlaceHaving completed their duties—placing the ark, arranging the furnishings—they exit so the rest of Israel can see what happens next. Immediately the Levite singers and musicians take up praise (vv. 12–13), and “the glory of the LORD filled the house.” This sequence reminds us that human preparation precedes divine manifestation. Moses experienced the same pattern inExodus 40:34—once the tabernacle was fully arranged, “the cloud covered the tent…and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.”Hebrews 10:19–22 invites every believer, cleansed by Christ, to “enter the Most Holy Place” and then step out to testify of His glory. summary2 Chronicles 5:11 captures a snapshot of complete, unified, and consecrated priestly service. Every priest shows up, every heart is purified, every dividing line is set aside, and every task inside the Holy Place is finished. Only then does God’s tangible presence flood the temple. The verse challenges us to pursue the same readiness: full attendance, personal holiness, genuine unity, and faithful completion of our assigned tasks—knowing that when we prepare the house, God delights to fill it. (11) For all the priests.--From this point to "for his mercy endureth for ever," 2Chronicles 5:13, the narrative is peculiar to the chronicler. He has characteristically inserted between the two halves of the short verse ( 1Kings 8:10) a long parenthesis, dwelling upon the Levitical ministrations. That were present.--That could be found. So Vulg. (Comp.2Kings 19:4.) Were sanctified.--Had sanctified (or purified)themselves, for the purpose of taking part in the ceremony (1Chronicles 15:12). And did not then wait by course.--They had not to observe courses (1 Chronicles 24). Not merely the class of priests then on duty, but all the classes indiscriminately took part in the solemnity. . . . Verse 11. - The parallel ( 1 Kings 8:10) shows the first half of this verse and the last sentence of ver. 13 to make its tenth verse. All between these two is special to the present passage and to Chronicles. All the priests... not by course; i.e. all of all the courses, twenty-four in number, instead of only the one course on daily duty at the time ( 1 Chronicles 23:6-32; 1 Chronicles 24:1-31). Present; or, found more literally; that is to say, all who were not for one cause or another out of reach ( 1 Chronicles 29:17; Ezra 8:25). The Hebrew word is the familiar הַגִּמְצְאִים.
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Hebrew Nowכִּ֠י(kî)Conjunction Strong's 3588:A relative conjunctionallכָּל־(kāl-)Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everythe priestsהַכֹּהֲנִ֤ים(hak·kō·hă·nîm)Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3548:Priestwho were presentהַֽנִּמְצְאִים֙(han·nim·ṣə·’îm)Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 4672:To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be presenthad consecrated themselvesהִתְקַדָּ֔שׁוּ(hiṯ·qad·dā·šū)Verb - Hitpael - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 6942:To be set apart or consecratedregardless ofאֵ֖ין(’ên)Adverb Strong's 369:A non-entity, a negative particletheir divisions.לְמַחְלְקֽוֹת׃(lə·maḥ·lə·qō·wṯ)Preposition-l | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4256:Division, courseAnd whenוַיְהִ֕י(way·hî)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, bethe priestsהַכֹּהֲנִ֖ים(hak·kō·hă·nîm)Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3548:Priestcame outבְּצֵ֥את(bə·ṣêṯ)Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 3318:To go, bring, out, direct and proximofמִן־(min-)Preposition Strong's 4480:A part of, from, out ofthe Holy Place,הַקֹּ֑דֶשׁ(haq·qō·ḏeš)Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6944:A sacred place, thing, sanctity
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