1 Kings 8:12

Then spake Solomon, The LORD said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.

King James Version
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Other Translations for 1 Kings 8:12

BSB
Then Solomon declared: "The LORD has said that He would dwell in the thick cloud.
AKJV
Then spoke Solomon, The LORD said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.
CPDV
Then Solomon said: "The Lord has said that he would dwell in a cloud.
ERV
Then spake Solomon, The LORD hath said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.
NHEB
Then Solomon said, "The LORD has said that he would dwell in the thick cloud.
SMT
Then said Solomon, Jehovah spake to dwell in thick clouds.

Commentary for 1 Kings 8:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 1 Kings 8:12
Summary
God prefers hidden dwelling in mysterious darkness
Place
Jerusalem
Event
Solomon proclaims divine mystery
Estimated Time Period
c. 960 BC
Category
Teaching