Exodus 20:21

The Message

The people kept their distance while Moses approached the thick cloud where God was.

Cross References

1 Kings 8:12

Then Solomon spoke: God has told us that he lives in the dark where no one can see him; I’ve built this splendid Temple, O God, to mark your invisible presence forever.

2 Chronicles 6:1

Then Solomon said, God said he would dwell in a cloud, But I’ve built a temple most splendid, A place for you to live in forever.

Psalm 97:2

Bright clouds and storm clouds circle ’round him; Right and justice anchor his rule.

Exodus 19:3

As Moses went up to meet God, God called down to him from the mountain: “Speak to the House of Jacob, tell the People of Israel: ‘You have seen what I did to Egypt and how I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to me. If you will listen obediently to what I say and keep my covenant, out of all peoples you’ll be my special treasure. The whole Earth is mine to choose from, but you’re special: a kingdom of priests, a holy nation.’ “This is what I want you to tell the People of Israel.”

Deuteronomy 5:22

These are the words that God spoke to the whole congregation at the mountain. He spoke in a tremendous voice from the fire and cloud and dark mist. And that was it. No more words. Then he wrote them on two slabs of stone and gave them to me.