1 Kings 8:10
1 Kings 8:10 in Multiple Translations
And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, the cloud filled the house of the LORD
And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place, that the cloud filled the house of the LORD,
And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place, that the cloud filled the house of Jehovah,
Now when the priests had come out of the holy place, the house of the Lord was full of the cloud,
When the priests left the Holy Place, the cloud filled the Temple of the Lord.
And when the Priestes were come out of the Sanctuarie, the cloude filled the house of the Lord,
And it cometh to pass, in the going out of the priests from the holy [place], that the cloud hath filled the house of Jehovah,
It came to pass, when the priests had come out of the holy place, that the cloud filled the LORD’s house,
And it came to pass, when the priests had come out of the holy place , that the cloud filled the house of the LORD,
And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the sanctuary, that a cloud filled the house of the Lord,
When the priests came out of the temple, suddenly it was filled with a cloud.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 8:10
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1 Kings 8:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/יְהִ֕י
בְּ/צֵ֥את
הַ/כֹּהֲנִ֖ים
מִן
הַ/קֹּ֑דֶשׁ
וְ/הֶ/עָנָ֥ן
מָלֵ֖א
אֶת
בֵּ֥ית
יְהוָֽה
וַ/יְהִ֕י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בְּ/צֵ֥את
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
הַ/כֹּהֲנִ֖ים
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-mp
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הַ/קֹּ֑דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
Holy Place
Art | N-ms
וְ/הֶ/עָנָ֥ן
ʻânân
H6051
cloud
Conj | Art | N-ms
מָלֵ֖א
mâlêʼ
H4390
to fill
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
בֵּ֥ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 8:10
וַ/יְהִ֕י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בְּ/צֵ֥את
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
הַ/כֹּהֲנִ֖ים
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
Art | N-mp
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/קֹּ֑דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
"Holy Place"
Art | N-ms
The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.
Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)
Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
וְ/הֶ/עָנָ֥ן
ʻânân
H6051
"cloud"
Conj | Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word means a cloud or cloudy, and is used to describe the cloud that God uses to appear to his people. It appears in the Bible to describe God's presence, and is translated as cloud in the KJV.
Definition: 1) cloud, cloudy, cloud-mass 1a) cloud-mass (of theophanic cloud) 1b) cloud Aramaic equivalent: a.nan (עֲנָן "cloud" H6050)
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: cloud(-y). See also: Genesis 9:13; Deuteronomy 1:33; Psalms 78:14.
מָלֵ֖א
mâlêʼ
H4390
"to fill"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To fill means to make something full or complete, like filling a container or fulfilling a promise. This word is used in many contexts, including being full of joy or having a job completed.
Definition: 1) to fill, be full 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be full 1a1a) fulness, abundance (participle) 1a1b) to be full, be accomplished, be ended 1a2) to consecrate, fill the hand 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be filled, be armed, be satisfied 1b2) to be accomplished, be ended 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to fill 1c2) to satisfy 1c3) to fulfil, accomplish, complete 1c4) to confirm 1d) (Pual) to be filled 1e) (Hithpael) to mass themselves against Aramaic equivalent: me.la (מְלָא "to fill" H4391)
Usage: Occurs in 242 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, confirm, [phrase] consecrate, be at an end, be expired, be fenced, fill, fulfil, (be, become, [idiom] draw, give in, go) full(-ly, -ly set, tale), (over-) flow, fulness, furnish, gather (selves, together), presume, replenish, satisfy, set, space, take a (hand-) full, [phrase] have wholly. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 16:14; Psalms 10:7.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
בֵּ֥ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 8:10
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 8:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 8:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 8:10
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 8:10
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
- Sermons on 1 Kings 8:10
Context — The Ark Enters the Temple
8The 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.
9There was nothing in the ark except the two stone tablets that Moses had placed in it at Horeb, where the LORD had made a covenant with the Israelites after they had come out of the land of Egypt.
10And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, the cloud filled the house of the LORD
11so 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. 12Then Solomon declared: “The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 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. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 7:1–2 | When 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. The priests were unable to enter the house of the LORD, because the glory of the LORD had filled it. |
1 Kings 8:10 Summary
In 1 Kings 8:10, the cloud filling the house of the LORD represents God's presence and glory among His people. This is a powerful reminder that God desires to be with us and dwell among us, as seen in John 1:14 and Revelation 21:3. Just as the cloud filled the temple, God wants to fill our hearts and lives with His presence and glory. By focusing on God's presence and glory, we can experience a deeper sense of worship, awe, and reverence, as described in Psalm 95:6-7 and Hebrews 12:28-29.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cloud in 1 Kings 8:10?
The cloud represents God's presence and glory, as seen in Exodus 40:34-35, where the cloud filled the tabernacle, and in Isaiah 6:1-5, where the cloud is associated with God's throne and glory.
Why did the priests come out of the Holy Place in 1 Kings 8:10?
The priests came out of the Holy Place after completing their duties, such as making offerings and prayers, as described in Leviticus 1:1-7 and Hebrews 10:19-22, which highlight the importance of priestly ministry.
What is the relationship between the cloud and the house of the LORD in 1 Kings 8:10?
The cloud filling the house of the LORD signifies God's presence and dwelling among His people, as stated in 1 Kings 8:12-13 and Psalm 26:8, which emphasize God's desire to be with His people.
How does 1 Kings 8:10 relate to the concept of God's glory?
The cloud in 1 Kings 8:10 represents God's glory, which is a central theme in Scripture, seen in Isaiah 6:1-5 and Ezekiel 1:4-28, where God's glory is associated with His power, holiness, and majesty.
Reflection Questions
- What does the image of the cloud filling the house of the LORD evoke in my heart and mind, and how can I apply this to my own life and worship?
- In what ways can I, like the priests in 1 Kings 8:10, prepare myself to encounter God's presence and glory in my daily life?
- How does the concept of God's presence and glory, as seen in 1 Kings 8:10, impact my understanding of God's character and love for me?
- What are some ways I can, like Solomon, declare God's glory and presence to others, and how can I be a vessel for God's glory in my community?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 8:10
And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place,.... The most holy place, having set up the ark of the Lord there, who were all sanctified that were there, and did not wait by
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 8:10
And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place, that the cloud filled the house of the LORD, The cloud filled the house of the Lord.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
Out of the holy place; either, first, The most holy place, into which the priests had now entered to carry in the ark. Or rather, secondly, The holy place, where they might have stood to minister, if the cloud had not hindered them, as may be gathered from the next verse. The cloud; the usual token of God’ s glorious presence. See 24:15,16 Numbers 9:15. Filled the house of the Lord; partly in testimony of his gracious acceptance of this work, and their service; and partly to beget an awe and reverence in them, and in all others, when they approach to God.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
1 Kings 8:10 And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy [place], that the cloud filled the house of the LORD,Ver. 10. That the cloud filled.] By a cloud did God oft both represent his glory and cover it: signifying thereby that it was both invisible and unapproachable. But as a man that heareth a preacher in a dark night, knoweth that he is there though he seeth him not: so here.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
(10) The cloud.—The bright Shechinah of the Divine Presence, at once cloud and fire—which had been the sign of the presence of God on Sinai (Exodus 24:15-18), and had hallowed the consecration of the Tabernacle (Exodus 40:34-35)—now similarly descended on the Temple, as a sign of its acceptance with God. In the visions of Ezekiel the same glory is seen, first filling the house of the Lord, and then departing from it, as polluted by manifold idolatry (Ezekiel 10:4; Ezekiel 10:18). Its return to the restored Temple is solemnly promised by Haggai (Haggai 2:7; Haggai 2:9) in distinct reference to the coming of the Messiah; and it is declared that it shall be even greater than in the magnificence of Solomon’s Temple. The symbol clearly implies a revelation of Divine glory, as it is seen, not in the unveiled brightness of heaven, but in the glorious cloud of mystery; through which it must always be seen on earth, and which, indeed, is all that the eye of man can bear to contemplate. Out of that glory comes the only revelation which can be distinct to man—the voice or the word of the Lord (Deuteronomy 4:12).The record of the Chronicles (2 Chronicles 5:11-13)—dwelling, as usual, on the musical and ritual service of the Levites—notes here that this descent of the glory of the Lord came, as it were, in answer to a solemn burst of worship from the Levites and the people, “praising the Lord, because He is good; for His mercy endureth for ever.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
Verse 10. When the priests were come out] That is, after having carried the ark into the holy of holies, before any sacred service had yet commenced.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 8:10
10. the cloud filled the house of the Lord] The cloud was the veil which hid the glory of the Lord. The article denotes that it was something well known and perhaps permanent. Cf. Exodus 40:34-35 where it is said ‘the cloud covered the tent of meeting and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle, and Moses was not able to enter into the tent of meeting because the cloud abode thereon.’ This was the token that God had taken up His abode there, and thus a standing lesson was before the eyes of the people concerning the fact of the Incarnation. Josephus says of this cloud that ‘it produced in the minds of all the notion and thought that God had come down into the Temple, and was gladly tabernacling therein.’ It was indeed the Shechinah, the dwellingplace of God.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 8:10
The cloud - the visible symbol of the divine presence - the Shechinah of the Targums - which halt been promised before the ark was begun Exodus 29:43, and had filled the tabernacle as soon as it was
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:10
10. The cloud filled the house — Covering all the sacred shrines and awing every heart, as at the dedication of the tabernacle. See Exodus 40:34, and references.
Sermons on 1 Kings 8:10
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The Glory of God - Part 1 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of reflecting the glory of God in our family relationships. He highlights how Jesus commends sincerity but condemns hypocrisy. |
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A Silent Church Amidst a Sinful Nation by E.A. Johnston | In this sermon, the speaker highlights the current state of the Christian Church, describing it as helpless and facing powers of darkness. He emphasizes that the Church has substit |
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God's Desire to Possess His Temple by David Shelby Corlett | David Shelby Corlett preaches on the necessity of full surrender to God for the Holy Spirit to fully possess and fill our lives. Using the analogy of a home with a former resident |
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The Power of God's Presence by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God's presence and experiencing His glory. He leads the congregation in a prayer of surrender and asks the Holy Sp |
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(Exodus) Exodus 40:34-38 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the book of Exodus and how it opens in gloom in the brickyards of Egypt but closes in glory. The presence of the Lord is seen in the tabernac |
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The Shaping of Godly Character by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the theme of the conference, which is the shaping of godly character. He expresses his burden for the Jewish believers in New York City and pr |
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Principles of Divine Sovereign by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing God's purpose in our lives. He highlights the need to prioritize God's will over personal inter |