ESV Reformation Study Bible – 2 Chr 2:6
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2 Chr 2:6

2:6 cannot contain him. Solomon recognized that his temple was incapable of containing the omnipresent Creator (6:18). Nevertheless, the splendor of the temple must reflect the greatness of God.

Who am I. Solomon recognized he was unworthy of God’s blessing, as his father had been before him (1 Chr. 17:16 note).