What does 1 Kings 8:12 mean?

1 Kings 8:12 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 1 Kings 8:12 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

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

10And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the holy place, that the cloud filled the house of the LORD,

11So 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.

12Then spake Solomon, The LORD said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.

13I have surely built thee an house to dwell in, a settled place for thee to abide in for ever.

14And the king turned his face about, and blessed all the congregation of Israel: (and all the congregation of Israel stood;)

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