And the temple was filled with smoke from the glory of God, and from his power; and no man was able to enter into the temple, till the seven plagues of the seven angels were fulfilled.
The temple got completely filled with smoke from God's glory and power, like, so intense that nobody could even step foot inside until all seven angels finished bringing those seven plagues.
Sometimes God's presence is so overwhelming that all you can do is wait and let him work.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Revelation, written by the Apostle John during his exile on the island of Patmos amid Roman persecution in the late first century, this verse depicts a vision of the heavenly temple filled with smoke from God's glory, symbolizing His overwhelming presence and holiness. This imagery draws from Old Testament accounts, such as the cloud filling the tabernacle in Exodus, to convey that God's power makes the sacred space inaccessible during times of divine judgment. It serves as a prelude to the seven plagues, underscoring the inevitability and completeness of God's redemptive plan.
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