KJV ORIGINAL
Now therefore arise, O LORD God, into thy resting place, thou, and the ark of thy strength: let thy priests, O LORD God, be clothed with salvation, and let thy saints rejoice in goodness.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Now rise up, LORD God, and come to your resting place, along with the ark that shows your power. Let your priests, LORD God, be dressed with salvation, and let your faithful people celebrate your goodness.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Solomon is asking God to come and dwell in the newly built temple, blessing the priests and bringing joy to all God's people.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Solomon's prayer at the dedication of the temple in Jerusalem, around 959 BC. The ark of the covenant, which represented God's presence and power, was being moved into the temple's most sacred room. This was a momentous occasion as Israel finally had a permanent dwelling place for God among His people.
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