1 Kings 8:11

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.

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Other Translations for 1 Kings 8:11

BSB
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.
AKJV
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.
CPDV
And the priests were unable to stand and minister, because of the cloud. For the glory of the Lord had filled the house of the Lord.
ERV
so that the priests could not stand to minister by reason of the cloud: for the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.
NHEB
so that the priests could not stand to minister by reason of the cloud; for the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.
SMT
And the priests will not be able to stand to serve from the face of the cloud for the glory of Jehovah filled the house of Jehovah.

Commentary for 1 Kings 8:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Kings 8:11
Summary
Overwhelming divine radiance prevents ministerial function
Place
Jerusalem
Event
Glory prevents priestly service
Estimated Time Period
c. 960 BC
Category
Vision