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2 Chronicles 6:1

2 Chronicles 6:1
Then said Solomon, The LORD hath said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.

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Commentary

Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

See Introduction to Chapter 5

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Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

The Lord hath said that he would dwell - Solomon, seeing the cloud descend and fill the house, immediately took for granted that the Lord had accepted the place, and was now present. What occurred now…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

2 Chronicles 6:1-11

It is of great consequence, in all our religious actions, that we design well, and that our eye be single. If Solomon had built this temple in the pride of his heart, as Ahasuerus made his feast, only…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

2 Chronicles 6:1-2

2Ch 6:1-11 (1Ki 8:12-21). Solomon's Blessing

1, 2. These verses come from 1 Kings, the only important variation being, But I have built(Chron.), for I have surety built(1 Kin.). They seem to have been…