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◄ 2 Chronicles 7:2►

New International Version
The priests could not enter the temple of the LORD because the glory of the LORD filled it.

New Living Translation
The priests could not enter the Temple of the LORD because the glorious presence of the LORD filled it.

English Standard Version
And the priests could not enter the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD’s house.

Berean Standard Bible
The priests were unable to enter the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD had filled it.

King James Bible
And the priests could not enter into the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD had filled the LORD'S house.

New King James Version
And the priests could not enter the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD had filled the LORD’s house.

New American Standard Bible
And the priests could not enter the house of the LORD because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD’S house.

NASB 1995
The priests could not enter into the house of the LORD because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD’S house.

NASB 1977
And the priests could not enter into the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD’s house.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the priests could not enter into the house of Yahweh because the glory of Yahweh filled the house of Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
The priests could not enter the house of the LORD because the gloryand brilliance of the LORD had filled the LORD’S house.

Christian Standard Bible
The priests were not able to enter the LORD’s temple because the glory of the LORD filled the temple of the LORD.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The priests were not able to enter the LORD’s temple because the glory of the LORD filled the temple of the LORD.

American Standard Version
And the priests could not enter into the house of Jehovah, because the glory of Jehovah filled Jehovah's house.

Contemporary English Version
and the priests could not go in.

English Revised Version
And the priests could not enter into the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD'S house.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The priests couldn't go into the LORD's temple because the LORD's glory had filled the LORD's temple.

Good News Translation
Because the Temple was full of the dazzling light, the priests could not enter it.

International Standard Version
The priests could not enter into the Temple because the glory of the LORD had filled the LORD's Temple.

NET Bible
The priests were unable to enter the LORD's temple because the LORD's splendor filled the LORD's temple.

New Heart English Bible
The priests could not enter into the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD's house.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the priests could not enter into the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD had filled the LORD'S house.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
The priests were unable to enter the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD had filled it.

World English Bible
The priests could not enter into Yahweh’s house, because Yahweh’s glory filled Yahweh’s house.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and the priests have not been able to go into the house of YHWH, because the glory of YHWH has filled the house of YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
and the priests have not been able to go in unto the house of Jehovah, because the honour of Jehovah hath filled the house of Jehovah.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the priests were not able to come in to the house of Jehovah, for the glory of Jehovah filled the house of Jehovah.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Neither could the priests enter into the temple of the Lord, because the majesty of the Lord had filled the temple of the Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Neither were the priests able to enter into the temple of the Lord, because the majesty of the Lord had filled the temple of the Lord.

New American Bible
But the priests could not enter the house of the LORD, for the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.

New Revised Standard Version
The priests could not enter the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD’s house.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And the priests could not enter into the house of the LORD because the glory of the LORD had filled the LORD'S house.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Priests were not able to enter to the house of LORD JEHOVAH because the glory of the Shechinah of LORD JEHOVAH filled the house.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And the priests could not enter into the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD'S house.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the priests could not enter into the house of the Lord at that time, for the glory of the Lord filled the house.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Fire from Heaven
1When Solomon had finished praying, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices, and the glory of the LORD filled the temple.2The priests were unable to enter the house of the LORD,because the glory of the LORD had filled it.3When all the Israelites saw the fire coming down and the glory of the LORD above the temple, they bowed down on the pavement with their faces to the ground, and they worshiped and gave thanks to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.”…

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Cross References

1 Kings 8:10-11
And 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 40:34-35
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.

Ezekiel 43:4-5
and the glory of the LORD entered the temple through the gate facing east. / Then the Spirit lifted me up and brought me into the inner court, and the glory of the LORD filled the temple.

Isaiah 6:4
At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook, and the temple was filled with smoke.

Revelation 15:8
And the temple was filled with smoke from the glory of God and from His power; and no one could enter the temple until the seven plagues of the seven angels were completed.

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.

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.

Exodus 24:16-17
and the glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai. For six days the cloud covered it, and on the seventh day the LORD called to Moses from within the cloud. / And the sight of the glory of the LORD was like a consuming fire on the mountaintop in the eyes of the Israelites.

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!”

Acts 7:48-49
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?

Isaiah 66:1
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?

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.

Hebrews 9:24
For Christ did not enter a man-made copy of the true sanctuary, but He entered heaven itself, now to appear on our behalf in the presence of God.

Psalm 26:8
O LORD, I love the house where You dwell, the place where Your glory resides.

Psalm 29:9
The voice of the LORD twists the oaks and strips the forests bare. And in His temple all cry, “Glory!”

Treasury of Scripture

And the priests could not enter into the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD had filled the LORD's house.

the priests

2 Chronicles 5:14
So that the priests could not stand to minister by reason of the cloud: for the glory of the LORD had filled the house of God.

Exodus 24:17
And the sight of the glory of the LORDwas like devouring fire on the top of the mount in the eyes of the children of Israel.

Isaiah 6:5
Then said I, Woeis me! for I am undone; because Iam a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts.

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2 Chronicles 7

1.God having given testimony to Solomon's prayer by fire from heaven,
2.and glory in the temple, the people worship him
4.Solomon's solemn sacrifice
8.Solomon having kept the feasts of tabernacles and dedication, dismisses the people
12.God appearing to Solomon, gives him promises upon condition

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

The priests were unable to enter the house of the LORD
This phrase highlights the overwhelming presence of God's glory, which was so intense that even the priests, who were consecrated to serve in the temple, could not enter. This event occurred during the dedication of Solomon's Temple, a significant moment in Israel's history. The inability of the priests to enter signifies the holiness and majesty of God, emphasizing that His presence is beyond human comprehension and control. This mirrors the experience inExodus 40:34-35, where Moses could not enter the Tent of Meeting because the glory of the LORD filled it. It underscores the idea that God's presence is both a blessing and a consuming fire, as seen inHebrews 12:29.

because the glory of the LORD had filled it
The "glory of the LORD" refers to the Shekinah, a visible manifestation of God's presence. This divine glory filling the temple signifies God's approval and acceptance of the temple as His dwelling place among His people. It is a fulfillment of God's promise to dwell with Israel, as seen inExodus 29:45-46. The filling of the temple with God's glory also foreshadows the incarnation of Christ, where the fullness of God dwelt bodily (Colossians 2:9). Additionally, it points to the future glory of the New Jerusalem, where God's presence will be fully realized among His people (Revelation 21:22-23). The event serves as a reminder of the holiness required to approach God, a theme that runs throughout Scripture, emphasizing the need for atonement and purification.

Persons / Places / Events

1.The Priests
The Levitical priests were responsible for performing sacrifices and maintaining the temple. In this context, they were unable to enter the temple due to the overwhelming presence of God's glory.

2.The House of the LORD
This refers to Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship for the Israelites, symbolizing God's dwelling among His people.

3.The Glory of the LORD
This is a manifestation of God's presence, often depicted as a radiant light or cloud, signifying His holiness and majesty.

4.Solomon
The king of Israel who built the temple, fulfilling his father David's vision and God's promise.

5.The Dedication of the Temple
This event marks the completion and consecration of the temple, a significant moment in Israel's history where God's presence visibly filled the temple.

Teaching Points

The Holiness of God
God's glory filling the temple signifies His holiness and the reverence due to Him. We are reminded to approach God with awe and respect in our worship.

God's Presence Among His People
The filling of the temple with God's glory symbolizes His desire to dwell among His people. Today, believers are the temple of the Holy Spirit, and we should live in a way that honors His presence within us.

The Limitation of Human Effort
The priests' inability to enter the temple underscores the limitations of human effort in the face of divine majesty. It is a reminder that our service to God is only possible through His enabling presence.

The Fulfillment of God's Promises
The dedication of the temple and the filling of God's glory demonstrate the fulfillment of God's promises to David and Solomon. We can trust in God's faithfulness to His word.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 7:2?

2.Why couldn't the priests enter the temple according to 2 Chronicles 7:2?

3.How does God's glory manifest in 2 Chronicles 7:2, and what does it signify?

4.What other biblical instances show God's glory filling a place?

5.How can we invite God's presence into our lives like in 2 Chronicles 7:2?

6.What personal barriers might prevent experiencing God's glory as in 2 Chronicles 7:2?

7.Why could the priests not enter the house of the LORD in 2 Chronicles 7:2?

8.What does the glory of the LORD filling the temple signify in 2 Chronicles 7:2?

9.How does 2 Chronicles 7:2 reflect God's presence and power in the temple?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 7?

11.(2 Chronicles 7:2) Is there any external testimony or archaeological proof that the glory of the Lord physically filled the temple to the point priests could not enter?

12.(2 Chronicles 7:1) How can we accept fire miraculously coming down from heaven to consume offerings when there is no scientific or historical evidence of such an event?

13.2 Chronicles 5:13-14 - How can the 'cloud' filling the House of God be explained naturally or confirmed historically, rather than attributed to a purely supernatural event?

14.Why do some priestly and Levitical genealogies in Ezra 2:36-42 appear inconsistent with other biblical records?

What Does 2 Chronicles 7:2 Mean

The priests were unable

• Priests were set apart to minister before God, bringing sacrifices and incense (Exodus 28:1;Hebrews 9:6).

• Their sudden inability shows that even consecrated leaders are limited when God displays His overwhelming presence.

• It reminds us that spiritual service is never a human achievement; access to God is always granted on His terms (Leviticus 16:2;1 Peter 2:5).

to enter the house of the LORD

• “The house” is Solomon’s newly dedicated temple, the very place built for God to dwell among His people (1 Kings 6:13;Exodus 25:8).

• Entering the sanctuary was normally the priests’ daily task, yet at this moment the usual routine is suspended.

• The scene highlights the contrast between human activity and divine majesty—when God moves in, every other agenda pauses (Psalm 26:8;Revelation 21:3).

because the glory of the LORD

• “Glory” refers to the visible, radiant manifestation of God’s character and power (Exodus 33:18–22;Isaiah 6:3).

• This glory had previously appeared in the wilderness tabernacle (Exodus 40:34) and would later surround Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration (Matthew 17:2).

• Such moments reveal God’s holiness and His desire to make Himself known, not merely through words but through tangible presence (John 1:14).

had filled it

• The temple was not partly filled; it was saturated so completely that entry was impossible (1 Kings 8:10–11;Revelation 15:8).

• God was affirming His acceptance of the temple as the place where sacrifices would point forward to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ (Hebrews 10:12).

• The fullness foreshadows a coming day when “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea” (Habakkuk 2:14).

summary

In2 Chronicles 7:2, God makes it unmistakably clear that the temple belongs to Him. The priests—though holy and appointed—must step back while the Lord’s glory takes center stage. This brief verse pictures the holiness of God, underscores human dependence on divine grace, and anticipates the fuller revelation of His glory in Christ and, ultimately, throughout all creation.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(2)And the priests could not enter into the house of the Lord.--Hardly a different assertion from that of2Chronicles 5:14 (" the priests could notstand to minister"); the cause in both instances being the same, and expressed in the same words (1Kings 8:11). But it is quite plain that the writer intends to record in 2 Chronicles 5, 7 two distinct appearances of the Divine glory, one before and one after the Prayer of Consecration, both of which were attended by the same effects upon the ministering priests.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

The priests
הַכֹּ֣הֲנִ֔ים(hak·kō·hă·nîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3548:Priest

were not
וְלֹ֤א(wə·lō)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

able
יָֽכְלוּ֙(yā·ḵə·lū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3201:To be able, have power

to enter
לָב֖וֹא(lā·ḇō·w)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 935:To come in, come, go in, go

the house
בֵּ֣ית(bêṯ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004:A house

of the LORD,
יְהוָ֑ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

because
כִּֽי־(kî-)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

the glory
כְבוֹד־(ḵə·ḇō·wḏ-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3519:Weight, splendor, copiousness

of the LORD
יְהוָ֖ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

had filled
מָלֵ֥א(mā·lê)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4390:To fill, be full of

[it].
בֵּ֥ית(bêṯ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004:A house

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OT History: 2 Chronicles 7:2 The priests could not enter into (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr)