King James Version
What Does Acts 7:47 Mean?
“But Solomon built him an house.”
Context
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Which also our fathers that came after brought in with Jesus into the possession of the Gentiles, whom God drave out before the face of our fathers, unto the days of David; that: or, having received
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Who found favour before God, and desired to find a tabernacle for the God of Jacob.
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But Solomon built him an house.
48
Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,
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Heaven is my throne, and earth is my footstool : what house will ye build me? saith the Lord: or what is the place of my rest?
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**3-6. why hath Satan filled--**"why ... fill--"why hast thou suffered him to fill"
**thine heart--**so criminally entertaining his suggestion? Compare Ac 5:4, "why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart?" And see Joh 13:2, 27.
**to lie to the Holy Ghost--**to men under His supernatural illumination.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Acts. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Acts 7:47 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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