2 Chronicles 7:1
2 Chronicles 7:1 in Multiple Translations
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.
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.
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 Jehovah filled the house.
Now when Solomon's prayers were ended, fire came down from heaven, burning up all the offerings; and the house was full of the glory of the Lord.
When Solomon finished praying, fire came down from heaven and burned up the burnt offering and the sacrifices, and the glory of the Lord filled the Temple.
And when Salomon had made an ende of praying, fire came downe from heauen, and consumed the burnt offring and the sacrifices: and the glory of the Lord filled the house,
And at Solomon's finishing to pray, then the fire hath come down from the heavens, and consumeth the burnt-offering and the sacrifices, and the honour of Jehovah hath filled the house,
Now when Solomon had finished praying, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices; and the LORD’s glory filled the house.
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 when Solomon had made an end of his prayer, Are came down from heaven, and consumed the holocausts and the victims: and the majesty of the Lord tilled the house.
When Solomon finished praying, fire came down from the sky and burned all the offerings and sacrifices that were on the altar, and the glorious radiance of Yahweh filled the temple.
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2 Chronicles 7:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/כְ/כַלּ֤וֹת
שְׁלֹמֹה֙
לְ/הִתְפַּלֵּ֔ל
וְ/הָ/אֵ֗שׁ
יָֽרְדָה֙
מֵֽ/הַ/שָּׁמַ֔יִם
וַ/תֹּ֥אכַל
הָ/עֹלָ֖ה
וְ/הַ/זְּבָחִ֑ים
וּ/כְב֥וֹד
יְהוָ֖ה
מָלֵ֥א
אֶת
הַ/בָּֽיִת
וּ/כְ/כַלּ֤וֹת
kâlâh
H3615
to end
Conj | Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
שְׁלֹמֹה֙
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
Solomon
N-proper
לְ/הִתְפַּלֵּ֔ל
pâlal
H6419
to pray
Prep | V-Hithpael-Inf-a
וְ/הָ/אֵ֗שׁ
ʼêsh
H784
fire
Conj | Art | N-cs
יָֽרְדָה֙
yârad
H3381
to go down
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
מֵֽ/הַ/שָּׁמַ֔יִם
shâmayim
H8064
heaven
Prep | Art | N-mp
וַ/תֹּ֥אכַל
ʼâkal
H398
to eat
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
הָ/עֹלָ֖ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
burnt offering
Art | N-fs
וְ/הַ/זְּבָחִ֑ים
zebach
H2077
sacrifice
Conj | Art | N-mp
וּ/כְב֥וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
glory
Conj | N-cs
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
מָלֵ֥א
mâlêʼ
H4390
to fill
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/בָּֽיִת
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 7:1
וּ/כְ/כַלּ֤וֹת
kâlâh
H3615
"to end"
Conj | Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to finish or end something, like completing a task or using up a resource, as seen in Genesis 2:2 where God finished creating the heavens and earth.
Definition: : finish 1) to accomplish, cease, consume, determine, end, fail, finish, be complete, be accomplished, be ended, be at an end, be finished, be spent 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be complete, be at an end 1a2) to be completed, be finished 1a3) to be accomplished, be fulfilled 1a4) to be determined, be plotted (bad sense) 1a5) to be spent, be used up 1a6) to waste away, be exhausted, fail 1a7) to come to an end, vanish, perish, be destroyed 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to complete, bring to an end, finish 1b2) to complete (a period of time) 1b3) to finish (doing a thing) 1b4) to make an end, end 1b5) to accomplish, fulfil, bring to pass 1b6) to accomplish, determine (in thought) 1b7) to put an end to, cause to cease 1b8) to cause to fail, exhaust, use up, spend 1b9) to destroy, exterminate 1c) (Pual) to be finished, be ended, be completed
Usage: Occurs in 199 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, cease, consume (away), determine, destroy (utterly), be (when... were) done, (be an) end (of), expire, (cause to) fail, faint, finish, fulfil, [idiom] fully, [idiom] have, leave (off), long, bring to pass, wholly reap, make clean riddance, spend, quite take away, waste. See also: Genesis 2:1; 2 Chronicles 29:17; Psalms 18:38.
שְׁלֹמֹה֙
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
"Solomon"
N-proper
Shelomoh, or Solomon, was a king of Judah and successor of his father David, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:14 and known for his wisdom.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.5.14; son of: David (H1732) and Bathsheba (H1339); brother of: Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727) and Nathan (H5416); half-brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); married to daughter_of_Pharaoh (H6547P) and Naamah (H5279A); father of: Taphath (H2955), Basemath (H1315) and Rehoboam (H7346); also called Jedidiah at 2Sa.12.25; § Solomon = "peace" son of David by Bathsheba and 3rd king of Israel; author of Proverbs and Song of Songs
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: Solomon. See also: 2 Samuel 5:14; 1 Kings 9:25; 2 Chronicles 7:8.
לְ/הִתְפַּלֵּ֔ל
pâlal
H6419
"to pray"
Prep | V-Hithpael-Inf-a
To pray or intercede, as seen in the Bible when people like Moses and David prayed to God for guidance and help, often using this Hebrew word to describe their actions.
Definition: 1) to intervene, interpose, pray 1a) (Piel) to mediate, judge 1b)(Hithpael) 1b1) to intercede 1b2) to pray
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: intreat, judge(-ment), (make) pray(-er, -ing), make supplication. See also: Genesis 20:7; 2 Chronicles 6:34; Psalms 5:3.
וְ/הָ/אֵ֗שׁ
ʼêsh
H784
"fire"
Conj | Art | N-cs
Fire is a powerful symbol in the Bible, representing both God's anger and his refining presence, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:24 and Malachi 3:2-3. It is also used for cooking and warmth. This concept is central to many biblical stories.
Definition: 1) fire 1a) fire, flames 1b) supernatural fire (accompanying theophany) 1c) fire (for cooking, roasting, parching) 1d) altar-fire 1e) God's anger (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: esh (אֶשָּׁא "fire" H0785)
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: burning, fiery, fire, flaming, hot. See also: Genesis 15:17; Joshua 7:15; Psalms 11:6.
יָֽרְדָה֙
yârad
H3381
"to go down"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
To go down or descend, like going to a lower place or falling. It appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing people and things moving downwards.
Definition: 1) to go down, descend, decline, march down, sink down 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come down 1a2) to sink 1a3) to be prostrated 1a4) to come down (of revelation) 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to bring down 1b2) to send down 1b3) to take down 1b4) to lay prostrate 1b5) to let down 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be brought down 1c2) to be taken down
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, bring down, carry down, cast down, (cause to) come(-ing) down, fall (down), get down, go(-ing) down(-ward), hang down, [idiom] indeed, let down, light (down), put down (off), (cause to, let) run down, sink, subdue, take down. See also: Genesis 11:5; Judges 3:28; 2 Kings 1:15.
מֵֽ/הַ/שָּׁמַ֔יִם
shâmayim
H8064
"heaven"
Prep | Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for heaven or sky, it refers to the visible universe and the abode of God. It is often used in the Bible to describe the dwelling place of celestial bodies.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible heavens, sky 1a1) as abode of the stars 1a2) as the visible universe, the sky, atmosphere, etc 1b) Heaven (as the abode of God) Aramaic equivalent: sha.ma.yin (שָׁמַ֫יִן "heaven" H8065)
Usage: Occurs in 395 OT verses. KJV: air, [idiom] astrologer, heaven(-s). See also: Genesis 1:1; 1 Samuel 2:10; Job 28:21.
וַ/תֹּ֥אכַל
ʼâkal
H398
"to eat"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
This word means to eat or devour, and it's used in many stories, including when Jesus fed the 5000 with fish and bread in the book of Matthew. It's about taking in nourishment and being satisfied.
Definition: 1) to eat, devour, burn up, feed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to eat (human subject) 1a2) to eat, devour (of beasts and birds) 1a3) to devour, consume (of fire) 1a4) to devour, slay (of sword) 1a5) to devour, consume, destroy (inanimate subjects - ie, pestilence, drought) 1a6) to devour (of oppression) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be eaten (by men) 1b2) to be devoured, consumed (of fire) 1b3) to be wasted, destroyed (of flesh) 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to cause to eat, feed with 1c2) to cause to devour 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to feed 1d2) to cause to eat 1e) (Piel) 1e1) consume Aramaic equivalent: a.khal (אֲכַל "to devour" H0399)
Usage: Occurs in 703 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, burn up, consume, devour(-er, up), dine, eat(-er, up), feed (with), food, [idiom] freely, [idiom] in...wise(-deed, plenty), (lay) meat, [idiom] quite. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 6:9; Numbers 24:8.
הָ/עֹלָ֖ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
"burnt offering"
Art | N-fs
This word refers to a step or stairs, often used to describe the ascent to the altar for a burnt offering. In the Bible, it can also mean a holocaust or sacrifice, like in Leviticus.
Definition: whole burnt offering Aramaic equivalent: a.lah (עֲלָת "burnt offering" H5928)
Usage: Occurs in 262 OT verses. KJV: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also H5766 (עֶוֶל). See also: Genesis 8:20; Numbers 15:5; 2 Chronicles 29:7.
וְ/הַ/זְּבָחִ֑ים
zebach
H2077
"sacrifice"
Conj | Art | N-mp
A sacrifice refers to the act of offering an animal's flesh to God, such as in the sacrifices of righteousness or the Passover. This term encompasses various types of sacrifices, including thank offerings and covenant sacrifices. The KJV translates it as 'offer' or 'sacrifice'.
Definition: 1) sacrifice 1a) sacrifices of righteousness 1b) sacrifices of strife 1c) sacrifices to dead things 1d) the covenant sacrifice 1e) the passover 1f) annual sacrifice 1g) thank offering
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: offer(-ing), sacrifice. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Samuel 2:19; Psalms 4:6.
וּ/כְב֥וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
"glory"
Conj | N-cs
Glory refers to great honor or splendor, often used to describe God's majesty, as in Psalm 138:5 where David praises God's glorious name. It can also refer to wealth or abundance, like in Genesis 31:1 where Jacob's wealth is described.
Definition: 1) glory, honour, glorious, abundance 1a) abundance, riches 1b) honour, splendour, glory 1c) honour, dignity 1d) honour, reputation 1e) honour, reverence, glory 1f) glory
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: glorious(-ly), glory, honour(-able). See also: Genesis 31:1; Psalms 113:4; Psalms 3:4.
יְהוָ֖ה
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.
מָלֵ֥א
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.
הַ/בָּֽיִת
bayith
H1004
"place"
Art | 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.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 7:1
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 7:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 7:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:1
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:1
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 7:1
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 7:1
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 7:1
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.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 18:38 | Then the fire of the LORD fell and consumed the sacrifice, the wood, the stones, and the dust, and it licked up the water in the trench. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 21:26 | And there he built an altar to the LORD and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings. He called upon the LORD, who answered him with fire from heaven on the altar of burnt offering. |
| 3 | Leviticus 9:23–24 | Moses and Aaron then entered the Tent of Meeting. When they came out, they blessed the people, and the glory of the LORD appeared to all the people. Fire came out from the presence of the LORD and consumed the burnt offering and the fat portions on the altar. And when all the people saw it, they shouted for joy and fell facedown. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 18:24 | Then you may call on the name of your god, and I will call on the name of the LORD. The God who answers by fire, He is God.” And all the people answered, “What you say is good.” |
| 5 | Genesis 15:17 | When the sun had set and darkness had fallen, behold, a smoking firepot and a flaming torch appeared and passed between the halves of the carcasses. |
| 6 | Malachi 3:1–2 | “Behold, I will send My messenger, who will prepare the way before Me. Then the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to His temple—the Messenger of the covenant, in whom you delight—see, He is coming,” says the LORD of Hosts. But who can endure the day of His coming? And who can stand when He appears? For He will be like a refiner’s fire, like a launderer’s soap. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 44:4 | Then the man brought me to the front of the temple by way of the north gate. I looked and saw the glory of the LORD filling His temple, and I fell facedown. |
| 8 | Ezekiel 43:5 | Then the Spirit lifted me up and brought me into the inner court, and the glory of the LORD filled the temple. |
| 9 | 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. |
| 10 | Judges 6:21 | Then the angel of the LORD extended the tip of the staff that was in his hand and touched the meat and the unleavened bread. And fire flared from the rock and consumed the meat and the unleavened bread. Then the angel of the LORD vanished from his sight. |
2 Chronicles 7:1 Summary
[This verse tells us that when Solomon finished praying, God showed up in a big way, sending fire from heaven to consume the offerings and filling the temple with His glory. This was a sign that God was pleased with Solomon's prayer and was ready to dwell among His people. As we see in other parts of the Bible, like Exodus 40:34-35, God's glory is a powerful and beautiful thing that deserves our reverence and worship. By focusing on God's presence and glory, we can cultivate a deeper sense of awe and gratitude in our own lives, just like the Israelites did in 2 Chronicles 7:3.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of fire coming down from heaven in 2 Chronicles 7:1?
The fire represents God's presence and acceptance of Solomon's prayer, as seen in other instances like Leviticus 9:24, where God's fire consumes the offerings, symbolizing His approval and divine presence.
How does the glory of the LORD filling the temple relate to God's presence among His people?
The glory of the LORD filling the temple signifies God's dwelling among His people, much like in Exodus 40:34-35, where the glory of the LORD fills the tabernacle, indicating His presence and readiness to guide and protect His people.
What can we learn from the fact that the priests were unable to enter the house of the LORD due to the glory of the LORD?
This event teaches us about the awe-inspiring and reverent nature of God's presence, as also seen in Isaiah 6:1-5, where the prophet is overwhelmed by the glory of the LORD, highlighting the importance of humility and reverence in our approach to God.
How does this verse relate to the concept of worship in the Bible?
This verse shows that true worship involves recognizing and responding to God's presence, as seen in the Israelites' reaction in 2 Chronicles 7:3, where they bow down and worship, giving thanks to the LORD for His goodness and loving devotion, as also encouraged in Psalm 100:4-5.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can prepare my heart to experience God's presence in my life, just like Solomon did in this verse?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God's glory in my daily life?
- What are some things that might be hindering me from fully experiencing God's presence, and how can I remove those obstacles?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, respond to God's goodness and loving devotion with worship and thanksgiving?
- What does it mean for me to 'bow down' to God, and how can I practically live out this posture of humility and surrender in my daily life?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 7:1
Now when Solomon had made an end of praying,.... The prayer recorded in the preceding chapter: the fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices; which was the token
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 7:1
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.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:1
2 CHAPTER 7 Fire from heaven, and a glory in the temple, witness the Divine acceptance: the people worship, . Solomon’ s solemn sacrifice, . Having kept the feast of tabernacles, and the feast of the dedication of the altar, he dismisseth the people, . God appeareth to Solomon; promiseth his favour on obedience; else threateneth grievous judgments, . The fire came down from heaven, in token of God’ s acceptance of his prayer. See Poole ""; See Poole "", &c. The glory of the Lord, i.e. the cloud, which was the sign of God’ s glorious and gracious presence.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:1
2 Chronicles 7:1 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.Ver. 1. The fire came down from heaven.] In a miraculous manner, to testify God’ s approbation. This fire was kept alive till the captivity of Babylon: and after that, it was said to have been miraculously also renewed; fides sit penes authorem. And the glory of the Lord filled the house,] i.e., The thick cloud, a sign of God’ s glory, hidden here from us who are not able to behold it: like as we cannot look upon the sun in rota, but only in radiis. When we come to heaven, we shall see him as he is; see as we are seen.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:1
(1) When Solomon had made an end of praying.—(1 Kings 8:54, “And it came to pass, when S. had made an end of praying unto Jehovah all this prayer and supplication.”) From this point the divergence between the two accounts begins. There is no objective ground for supposing that the chronicler invented the facts here recorded. He must have found them in one of his sources, although we have no means of determining whether or not they were related in the original narrative followed by the author of Kings. It is gratuitous to fancy that the chronicler was more partial to miracle than the older writer. (Comp. 1 Kings 8:10; 1 Kings 18:38.) His greater interest in all that concerned the worship of the Temple is enough to account for the present and similar additions to the older narrative. The fire came down from heaven.—Comp. Leviticus 9:22-24, from which passage it appears likely that the fire descended after Solomon had blessed the people. (Comp. also 1 Chronicles 21:26; 2 Kings 1:10; 2 Kings 1:12; 2 Kings 1:14.) And the sacrifices.—The offerings presented when the ark entered the Temple (2 Chronicles 5:6). And the glory of the Lord filled the house.—This statement is not a mere duplicate of 2 Chronicles 5:13-14. See next verse.
The “glory of the Lord” is apparently a manifestation quite distinct from the “fire.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 7:1
CHAPTER VII Solomon having ended his prayer, the fire of the Lord comes down from heaven and consumes the offerings, 1. The people and the priests see this, and glorify God, and offer sacrifices, 2-4. Solomon offers twenty-two thousand oxen, and one hundred and twenty thousand sheep; and the priests and Levites attend in their offices, 5, 6. He keeps the feast seven days, and the dedication of the altar seven days, and dismisses the people, 7-11. The Lord appears unto him by night, and assures him that he has heard his prayer, 12-16; promises him and his posterity a perpetual government, if they be obedient, 17, 18; but utter destruction should they disobey, and become idolaters, 19-22. NOTES ON CHAP. VII Verse 1. The fire came down] The cloud had come down before, now the fire consumes the sacrifice, showing that both the house and the sacrifices were accepted by the Lord.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 7:1
Ch. 2 Chronicles 7:1-3 (not in 1 Kings). The Sacrifices consumed by Fire from Heaven 1. the fire came down from heaven] Cp. 1 Chronicles 21:26, note. consumed the burnt offering] Cp. Leviticus 9:24; 1 Kings 18:38.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 7:1
The fire came down from heaven - As in the time of Moses on the dedication of the tabernacle Leviticus 9:24 The fact is omitted from the narrative of Kings; but omission is not contradiction.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 7:1
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God's Glory by Bakht Singh | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the common prayer among believers for revival and the sense that something is missing in their spiritual lives. He emphasizes the need to lea |
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Are You Destroying the Church by Francis Chan | Francis Chan emphasizes the critical importance of unity within the church, warning against the destructive nature of division and gossip. He reflects on biblical examples of God's |
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Through the Bible - 1&2 Chronicles, Ezra by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Chronicles, specifically the first nine chapters. The speaker mentions that these chapters provide a list of people who were take |
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Sermon Substance by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preaching the word of God. He encourages preachers to focus on delivering a message from God's word rather than relying on |
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(Through the Bible) 2 Chronicles 1-9 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being motivated by the love of Jesus Christ. He references the apostle Paul's statement that the love of Christ constrains |
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Revival! by Alan Bartley | In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of a young man seeking the Lord and being filled with a vision of revival just before the Great Awakening in 1904. The pre |
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True Christianity - Part 2 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking the true heart cry for God rather than being satisfied with superficial forms of religion. It calls for humility, repentance, and s |