Why is the glory of God in the Temple significant?

In the account of 1 Kings 8, when the glory of the Lord fills the Temple, it signifies God's intimate presence chosen to dwell among His people. This event reveals the seriousness of God's holiness; the priests could not minister due to the intensity of God's glory. This foreshadowing demonstrates that God's presence is not merely a physical location but a profound spiritual reality. For Christians, it emphasizes that God desires to be in communion with His people, culminating in Christ's work, which opens a new way for believers to approach God's throne with confidence (Hebrews 4:16). Therefore, the significance of God’s glory in the Temple reminds us of His holiness and the access we now have through Christ.