The Ark is brought into the Temple and the glory of the Lord fills the house.

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2 Chronicles 5:13
The trumpeters and singers joined in unison, as with one voice, to give praise and thanks to the LORD. Accompanied by trumpets, cymbals and other instruments, they raised their voices in praise to the LORD and sang: "He is good; his love endures forever." Then the temple of the LORD was filled with a cloud,

About this Chapter

In 2 Chronicles 5, the priests brought the ark of the covenant into the newly built temple in Jerusalem. As they did, the temple was filled with a cloud, representing the glory of the Lord. The cloud was so thick that the priests couldn't continue their service. The presence of God was so powerful that it filled the entire temple. The ark of the covenant was a sacred chest that contained the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments. It symbolized the presence of God among the Israelites. When the ark was brought into the temple, it signified that God's presence was dwelling among His people in a special way. This event reminds us of the importance of God's presence in our lives. Just as the temple was filled with the glory of the Lord, we too should invite God's presence into our hearts and lives. When we seek Him and acknowledge His presence, He fills us with His peace, love, and power. Let us strive to live in His presence and experience the fullness of His glory.

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