The Glory of the LORD Fills Solomon's Temple
Fire falls and the glory of the LORD fills the temple at its dedication, so the priests cannot stand to minister.
When Solomon finished praying, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and sacrifices, and the glory of the LORD filled the house. The priests could not enter into the house of the LORD because the glory had filled it.
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The temple in Jerusalem
What Happened
- 1Solomon completed the temple and dedicated it with prayer
- 2Fire from heaven consumed the offerings
- 3The glory of the LORD filled the house
- 4The priests could not enter to minister
- 5The people bowed and worshipped the LORD
Key KJV Scriptures
"Now when Solomon had made an end of praying, the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices; and the glory of the LORD filled the house."
"And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place, that the cloud filled the house of the LORD, So that the priests could not stand to minister because of the cloud: for the glory of the LORD had filled the house of the LORD."
Spiritual Significance
The descending glory marked God's acceptance of the temple as His dwelling place — a foretaste of the greater glory of Christ tabernacling among men and the Spirit filling the church.
Lesson for Today
Where God's people pray and obey, His glory comes. Make space for His presence — He will not despise a humble, prepared house.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is this like Mount Sinai?
Both featured cloud and fire as visible signs of God's presence. The God of Sinai now took up residence among His people in the temple.
What happened to that glory later?
Ezekiel saw the glory depart before the temple's destruction (Ezekiel 10). It returned in Christ (John 1:14) and now indwells believers (1 Corinthians 6:19).
Where in the Bible is the miracle of The Glory of the LORD Fills Solomon's Temple?
The miracle of The Glory of the LORD Fills Solomon's Temple is recorded in 2 Chronicles 7:1 (KJV), with additional references in 1 Kings 8:10-11.
Who performed the miracle of The Glory of the LORD Fills Solomon's Temple?
Scripture records that God carried out this miracle at The temple in Jerusalem. Ultimately the power belonged to God, who alone does wondrous things (Psalm 72:18).
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