2 Chronicles 7:2 nasb — The priests could not enter into the house of the LORD because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD'S house.

NASB

"The priests could not enter into the house of the LORD because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD'S house."

— 2 Chronicles 7:2, NASB

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2 Chronicles 7 — Context

1

Now 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 house.

2

The priests could not enter into the house of the LORD because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD'S house.

3

All the sons of Israel, seeing the fire come down and the glory of the LORD upon the house, bowed down on the pavement with their faces to the ground, and they worshiped and gave praise to the LORD, saying, "Truly He is good, truly His lovingkindness is everlasting."

4

Then the king and all the people offered sacrifice before the LORD.

5

King Solomon offered a sacrifice of 22,oxen and 120,000 sheep. Thus the king and all the people dedicated the house of God.

2 Chronicles 7:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 7:2 say?
2 Chronicles 7:2 in the NASB reads: “The priests could not enter into the house of the LORD because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD'S house.”
Where is 2 Chronicles 7:2 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 7:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 7, verse 2.
Who wrote 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?
2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.
What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 7:2.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 7:2 in?
2 Chronicles 7:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 7:2?
2 Chronicles 7:2 reads (NASB): “The priests could not enter into the house of the LORD because the glory of the LORD filled the LORD'S house.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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