“No Man, When He Hath Lighted A Candle, Covereth It With A Vessel, Or Putteth It Under A Bed; But Setteth It On A Candlestick, Art

A charming, detailed children's book illustration in watercolor and colored pencil. A bustling, domestic gnome with a patterned apron over his clothes and a bandana tied around his pointed hat is perched on the back of a patient brown bear. The gnome is furiously dusting a high cobweb in a cottage corner with a long feather duster wielded like a sword. The bear is part of the crew: it has large sponges tied to its hind paws for floor polishing and wicker baskets overflowing with folded laundry strapped to its sides. The cottage room is sparkling clean but chaotic with flying suds and dust motes. Bright, cozy lighting.
In Penang, Malaysia. Wing Sun's Grandmother is elderly and lives in Penang, on the island. Grandma's house is in a quieter part of the island, closer to the coastline where the sea breeze can be felt through the wooden windows. It's near the ocean, in Tanjung Bungah where there are old-style homes and a slower pace of life. There are many resort "homestay" hotels, and also some high-rise condos, but Grandmother's house has been there many years. Wing-Sun's mother grew up in that house, near the beach, with the ocean breeze. We see the house from down the street with Grandma standing in the doorway greeting us.
It is God the only Son, who is close to the Father's heart
portrait of a person with expressive eyes
a drawing of a woman's head with lines on it
Oil Painting Art Style, Baroque Art Style, a breathtakingly majestic and regal full-length portrait of "The Queen in Gold of Ophir," inspired by Psalm 45. The Queen stands with impeccable grace and royal dignity, her posture radiating quiet power. Her expression is serene, gentle, and profoundly gracious, with a subtle, noble peace. She is adorned in an exquisitely elaborate gown woven entirely from the finest, purest gold of Ophir, which shimmers and gleams with unparalleled brilliance, featuring a magnificent, flowing long train that sweeps gracefully behind her across the ground. Her attire is intricately embellished with countless precious jewels—sapphires, rubies, and emeralds—each sparkling intensely with Baroque dynamism. A delicate yet regal golden crown, also ablaze with light, rests upon her head. The setting is a serene yet grand sacred garden abundant with white and golden lilies, which bloom richly around her feet and extend into the softly focused background. The scene is bathed in dramatic, warm, golden ambient light that creates striking highlights on her golden gown and the lilies, making her and her lavish garments glow amidst the natural beauty. Focus on the unparalleled brilliance, texture, and radiant shine of her golden gown and its sweeping train, the intense sparkle of her jewels, her majestic yet gentle presence, and the luxurious, sacred atmosphere created by the golden light and the symbolic lilies, befitting a queen in God's presence.
Generate a warm and inviting image of the Silver Moon Cafe in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, as it might have appeared in the 1950s or early 1960s. The focus should be on its classic diner exterior, featuring a prominent sign with its name. Show a few vintage cars from the era, such as a Chevrolet Bel Air or a Ford Fairlane, parked outside. The lighting should evoke a late afternoon or early evening glow, with a hint of warm light emanating from the cafe's windows. Capture the nostalgic, unpretentious atmosphere of a vital stop on Route 66, suggesting a place where travelers and locals alike would find comfort food and a friendly welcome. The style should be realistic but with a slightly enhanced, cinematic feel that highlights the retro charm
Art Style: A complex, symbolic conceptual illustration blending ancient mysticism with modern schematic design. The aesthetic should feel like an illuminated alchemical manuscript crossed with a celestial blueprint. Textures of aged vellum, carved stone, and glowing divine energy. Central Composition: A vertical evolutionary flow. At the grounding base, emerging from rough, ancient rock, is the Paleo-Hebrew Aleph symbol (the stylized ox head with horns, looking like an 'A' lying on its side). It is carved deeply, looking primal and strong. Transition & Meanings: Rising from the Paleo symbol is a swirling vortex of golden and blue light, forming a "pillar of meaning." Within this energy stream, ethereal visual metaphors and text are embedded: ghostly outlines of a powerful ox plowing, a stylized crown representing leadership, and a single radiant beam of light connecting heaven and earth. The English words "STRENGTH," "LEADER," and "FIRST" are written in archaic, glowing script along this rising path. The Modern Form: At the apex, floating suspended in a sphere of brilliant white light, is the Modern Hebrew letter א (Aleph). It is rendered not just as ink, but as three distinct components of energy (the upper yod, lower yod, and connecting vav) held together in perfect balance, symbolizing divine unity. Textual Integration: Floating prominently above the entire composition is the large, glowing number "1". Bridging the gap between the ancient and modern forms in the center of the image is the word "ALEF" in a bold, timeless font. Small labels "PALEO-HEBREW" and "MODERN HEBREW" are discreetly placed near their respective symbols. Overall Mood: Profound, sacred, interconnected, and powerful. The background is a subtle star map with faint sacred geometry lines.
A beautiful young woman with fair skin, light brown hair styled in a braid, and rosy cheeks stands outdoors in front of a rustic stone and ivy-covered building. She is wearing a simple, practical light brown dress with an apron-style overlay, suggestive of a farm setting. Her right arm is extended, and she is wearing a dark leather glove on her hand, upon which a messenger pigeon has just landed. The pigeon is a classic racing pigeon type, with iridescent green and purple neck feathers, and it has its wings slightly spread as if in the act of landing or adjusting. A small message capsule or scroll is clearly visible attached to one of its legs. The woman looks slightly upwards and to the right with a soft, warm expression, her lips slightly parted, as if acknowledging the pigeon or looking towards the message. In the background, to the right, is a picturesque green landscape under a bright sky with scattered clouds, featuring rolling hills, a small, distant stone building, and what appears to be an old cannon or piece of artillery, hinting at a historical wartime context. The overall lighting is warm and natural, creating a serene yet significant atmosphere.
Photorealism Art Style, a distinguished human pastor, with a calm and wise expression, stands prominently in the foreground. He is impeccably dressed in a modern, dark suit, with a noticeable, large, and intricate cross necklace hanging clearly visible. Behind him, majestic and sprawling, is a grand, beautiful cathedral, its architecture a blend of classic and natural elements, perhaps with vines or trees subtly integrated into its design. The cathedral is situated within a vibrant, lush forest city, where towering trees and greenery are woven throughout the urban landscape. In the far distance, the sun is dramatically rising, casting a warm, golden light that illuminates the scene from behind, creating a serene and powerful atmosphere. Focus on realistic textures of the suit, the cross, stone of the cathedral, and the diverse foliage, all under natural, early morning light.
A low-angle, hyper-detailed tableau of the Mad Hatter's Tea Party, viewed under a dark, star-filled sky. The Mad Hatter sits at the table, his features not quite human, but constructed entirely from brilliant indigo and gold cosmic dust, representing the constellation Lepus. His top hat is a vortex of nebula, and one eye burns intensely—a specific star named "The Mad." The Hatter is caught mid-sentence, demanding, "Why is a raven like a writing-desk?" As he speaks, his hands, which were merely starry, begin to shed their light, and the true form is revealed: the lower half of his coat and chair morph into coiling, dark serpentine scales, twisting around the table leg. The March Hare and Dormouse are frozen in terror. Above the table, a Raven made of pitch-black night materializes, its shadow falling directly over the Hatter. The entire scene is vibrating with the furious energy of a creature—the ancient serpent—who knows his time has been irrevocably stopped. Style: Cinematic dark fantasy, astronomical realism, oil painting texture, emphasis on the contrast between the cold cosmic starlight and the dark, furious energy of the serpentine transformation.
Out where the river runs wild and free and only the brave dare row; where the rapids are deep, and the challenge is fresh and it takes them where it means to go. With breakneck speed, grinning into the wind, standing straight on the bow of their craft, just a glimpse now and then of those captains you’ll catch flying by, near capsizing your raft. They’ve no time for advice to those standing on shore or to aid the ones just wading out, for their task is to pilot this current, they think, and it’s all they can do to stay out of the drink, and their lives could be gone in the space of a wink should they lose but a moment to doubt. Standing tall, they never must doubt!
“Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind, and the ointment of his right hand, which bewrayeth itself.” (Proverbs 27:16, KJV)
Whimsical Storybook Illustration Style, Warm Color Palette, Soft Textures and Detailed Linework. A wide-angle view of a secret, crowded meeting of dozens of anthropomorphic field mice taking place on an upturned wooden crate in the corner of a cluttered, dusty barn. The Focal Point (The Plan): In the center of the crate spotlighted by a beam of sunlight coming through a crack in the roof, a small, earnest mouse stands on its hind legs, triumphantly holding aloft a shiny brass sleigh bell tied with a bright red ribbon. The bell looks impossibly large and heavy for the mouse. The Reaction (The Hesitation): The surrounding crowd of mice is a mix of emotions. Some in the front row are cheering with tiny paws raised. However, many others towards the back are exchanging nervous, sidelong glances, scratching their heads, or looking fearfully over their shoulders. The Threat (The Reality): In the background, on top of a high stack of hay bales, a giant, fluffy tabby cat is fast asleep. Though sleeping, its size and sharp claws are evident, casting a shadow over the edge of the meeting area. The contrast between the small, shiny bell and the enormous sleeping predator is central to the image.
This sounds like a wonderfully whimsical and festive image! Combining the classic pumpkin head with a burst of candy and unique carving will make for a very creative Halloween or autumn piece. Here's a prompt for a Happy Pumpkin Head Figure with Candy Bursting Out for ArtStyles.com: Happy Pumpkin Head with Candy Burst Prompt "A cheerful and fantastical figure with a large, glowing jack-o'-lantern for a head. The pumpkin's face is carved with a distinctly happy, friendly, wide-mouthed smile and joyful eyes. Instead of traditional jagged cuts, the facial features (eyes, nose, mouth) are intricately carved with elegant, swirling, vine-like patterns, giving it a whimsical and artistic look. The pumpkin head emits a warm, inviting orange glow from within. Dramatically bursting and cascading out of the very top of the pumpkin's head is an overflowing abundance of vibrant, colorful Halloween candy. This candy explosion includes individually wrapped chocolates, lollipops, jelly beans, candy corn, and various brightly colored sweets, all tumbling outwards in a joyous, sugary fountain. The figure itself has a rustic, scarecrow-like body, perhaps dressed in tattered but festive autumn-colored clothing (e.g., burlap, plaid, or warm browns and oranges), standing in an autumnal setting. The background could feature a gently lit pumpkin patch, fallen autumn leaves, or a soft, blurred evening sky. The lighting is warm and enchanting, highlighting the pumpkin's glow and the glossy sheen of the candy. The overall mood is one of festive joy, playful magic, and autumnal abundance."whimsical illustration, vibrant autumn colors, detailed candy textures, glowing effects, playful character design, festive atmosphere
“If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?” (Hebrews 7:11, KJV)
wide landscape with natural scenery
This sounds like a wonderfully whimsical and festive image! Combining the classic pumpkin head with a burst of candy and unique carving will make for a very creative Halloween or autumn piece. Here's a prompt for a Happy Pumpkin Head Figure with Candy Bursting Out for ArtStyles.com: Happy Pumpkin Head with Candy Burst Prompt "A cheerful and fantastical figure with a large, glowing jack-o'-lantern for a head. The pumpkin's face is carved with a distinctly happy, friendly, wide-mouthed smile and joyful eyes. Instead of traditional jagged cuts, the facial features (eyes, nose, mouth) are intricately carved with elegant, swirling, vine-like patterns, giving it a whimsical and artistic look. The pumpkin head emits a warm, inviting orange glow from within. Dramatically bursting and cascading out of the very top of the pumpkin's head is an overflowing abundance of vibrant, colorful Halloween candy. This candy explosion includes individually wrapped chocolates, lollipops, jelly beans, candy corn, and various brightly colored sweets, all tumbling outwards in a joyous, sugary fountain. The figure itself has a rustic, scarecrow-like body, perhaps dressed in tattered but festive autumn-colored clothing (e.g., burlap, plaid, or warm browns and oranges), standing in an autumnal setting. The background could feature a gently lit pumpkin patch, fallen autumn leaves, or a soft, blurred evening sky. The lighting is warm and enchanting, highlighting the pumpkin's glow and the glossy sheen of the candy. The overall mood is one of festive joy, playful magic, and autumnal abundance. stylized realism, intricate detail, dynamic composition, warm dramatic lighting, focus on textures (pumpkin, candy), fantasy elements"
And God said, Let the water which is under the heaven be collected into one place, and let the dry land appear, and it was so. And the water which was under the heaven was collected into its places, and the dry land appeared. Genesis 1:9 (Brenton)
And God said, Let the water which is under the heaven be collected into one place, and let the dry land appear, and it was so. And the water which was under the heaven was collected into its places, and the dry land appeared. Genesis 1:9 (Brenton)
serene landscape with mountains and water
“And Solomon sent to Huram the king of Tyre, saying, As thou didst deal with David my father, and didst send him cedars to build him an house to dwell therein, even so deal with me. Behold, I build an house to the name of the LORD my God, to dedicate it to him, and to burn before him sweet incense, and for the continual shewbread, and for the burnt offerings morning and evening, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts of the LORD our God. This is an ordinance for ever to Israel. And the house which I build is great: for great is our God above all gods. But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who am I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him?” (2 Chronicles 2:3-6, KJV)
Digital Glitch Modern Art Style Style Transfer Example
A majestic celestial being made of flowing quicksilver and molten gold, standing tall, liquid metal. The entity holds a small glowing scroll. The angel's form is fluid and constantly shifting. The right foot is submerged in the ocean, but the ocean is made of liquid chrome, and the leg creates ripples that blend perfectly with the water, indistinguishable from the sea. The left foot plants firmly on the earth, the liquid metal form solidifying into structure as it touches the ground, heavy droplets of silver splashing onto the soil. High contrast, ray tracing, volumetric lighting, fluid simulation
A majestic celestial being made of flowing quicksilver and molten gold, standing tall, liquid metal. The entity holds a small glowing scroll. The angel's form is fluid and constantly shifting. The right foot is submerged in the ocean, but the ocean is made of liquid chrome, and the leg creates ripples that blend perfectly with the water, indistinguishable from the sea. The left foot plants firmly on the earth, the liquid metal form solidifying into structure as it touches the ground, heavy droplets of silver splashing onto the soil. High contrast, ray tracing, volumetric lighting, fluid simulation
A majestic celestial being made of flowing quicksilver and molten gold, standing tall, liquid metal. The entity holds a small glowing scroll. The angel's form is fluid and constantly shifting. The right foot is submerged in the ocean, but the ocean is made of liquid chrome, and the leg creates ripples that blend perfectly with the water, indistinguishable from the sea. The left foot plants firmly on the earth, the liquid metal form solidifying into structure as it touches the ground, heavy droplets of silver splashing onto the soil. High contrast, ray tracing, volumetric lighting, fluid simulation
A majestic celestial being made of flowing quicksilver and molten gold, standing tall, liquid metal. The entity holds a small glowing scroll. The angel's form is fluid and constantly shifting. The right foot is submerged in the ocean, but the ocean is made of liquid chrome, and the leg creates ripples that blend perfectly with the water, indistinguishable from the sea. The left foot plants firmly on the earth, the liquid metal form solidifying into structure as it touches the ground, heavy droplets of silver splashing onto the soil. High contrast, ray tracing, volumetric lighting, fluid simulation
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
A serene and majestic watercolor painting, capturing the essence of a grand, towering evergreen tree (like the dominant one in the provided image) standing proudly in a sun-dappled, open forest glade. The tree's deep green needles are rendered with varying washes, showcasing its immense height and full, tiered branches that reach towards a partly cloudy, bright blue sky. Around the base of this glorious tree, two or three graceful mule deer are depicted. One might be grazing peacefully, another looking up towards the viewer with its large, expressive ears, and a fawn possibly tucked nearby. Their coats are rendered in soft, earthy watercolor tones of grey-brown, with delicate highlights and shading to suggest their gentle forms and distinctive white rumps and tails. The surrounding landscape features a subtle ground cover of dry grasses and scattered undergrowth, characteristic of a high-desert or mountain forest floor, painted with soft, blended washes of ochre, sage green, and light brown. The sky above is a classic watercolor blend of soft blues and wispy white clouds. The overall mood is one of tranquil natural beauty, quiet majesty, and a harmonious coexistence of wildlife and ancient trees, rendered with the flowing, luminous quality of watercolor art."
A majestic celestial being made of flowing quicksilver and molten gold, standing tall, liquid metal. The entity holds a small glowing scroll. The angel's form is fluid and constantly shifting. The right foot is submerged in the ocean, but the ocean is made of liquid chrome, and the leg creates ripples that blend perfectly with the water, indistinguishable from the sea. The left foot plants firmly on the earth, the liquid metal form solidifying into structure as it touches the ground, heavy droplets of silver splashing onto the soil. High contrast, ray tracing, volumetric lighting, fluid simulation
A Norman Rockwell style magazine style winter scene of a fully built snowman with children all around it, admiring their creation.
Digital Glitch Modern Art Style Style Transfer Example
Out where the river runs wild and free and only the brave dare row; where the rapids are deep, and the challenge is fresh and it takes them where it means to go. With breakneck speed, grinning into the wind, standing straight on the bow of their craft, just a glimpse now and then of those captains you’ll catch flying by, near capsizing your raft. They’ve no time for advice to those standing on shore or to aid the ones just wading out, for their task is to pilot this current, they think, and it’s all they can do to stay out of the drink, and their lives could be gone in the space of a wink should they lose but a moment to doubt. Standing tall, they never must doubt!
Style: Epic Sacred Art meets Cinematic Sci-Fi. A fusion of Gustave Doré’s dramatic scale with modern bioluminescent light-mapping. High contrast and majestic atmosphere. The Source: In the center of the frame, a colossal, ancient Harp made of shimmering white-gold energy (representing the strings of creation). It is not played by a human, but by a "mighty hand of light" or simply by a "divine wind" moving through the strings. The Frequency (Positive Force): From the vibrating strings, visible "Sound-Waves of Light" radiate outward in perfect, mathematical symmetry. The Appearance: These waves are composed of flowing golden Hebrew letters and Sacred Geometric patterns (like the Flower of Life or Fibonacci spirals) that pulse with a warm, amber glow. The Motion: The waves look like liquid gold ripples in the air, creating a "dome of protection and life." The Impact (The Healing Force): The background is a chaotic, dark void or a shattered, grey stone landscape. Where the golden frequency ripples touch: The Void Becomes Form: The darkness organizes itself into beautiful, crystalline structures and lush, glowing flora. Resurrection: Any withered or broken elements in the scene begin to knit back together, glowing with a soft blue and gold "repair" energy. Atmosphere: Microscopic "sparkles" of light (like stardust) dance within the waves, representing the "joy" of the frequency. Lighting: A singular, brilliant source of light from above (The North Star/Regulus) feeds energy into the harp, showing that the frequency has a celestial origin. The colors are dominated by Gold, Deep Indigo, and Electric Cyan.
This is a great idea. For this version, let's lean even further into that "Elven High-Fantasy" aesthetic you like, but ground it in their specific Biblical legacy as the "hewers of wood and drawers of water" for the Tabernacle. In this prompt, we will portray their service not as a lowly task, but as a display of superhuman strength and grace—showing that even in their "servant" role, their "giant" nature and ancient wisdom remained visible. Written Prompt: The Sage-Giants of Gibeon Style: Cinematic High-Fantasy, 8k Resolution, Epic Scale. A blend of The Lord of the Rings aesthetic with Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Age history. The Subject: A group of three Gibeonite men, standing at a staggering height of 7.5 feet. They possess the ethereal, noble beauty of High Elves—sharp, intelligent Semitic features, high cheekbones, and long, dark hair intricately braided with silver and lapis lazuli. The Stature & Grace: They are lithe and muscular, moving with a fluid grace that defies their size. Despite their "giant" classification, they are elegant, not monstrous. The Role (Hewers and Drawers): > * One Gibeonite is seen effortlessly carrying a massive, ornate stone water jar on one shoulder that would require four normal men to lift. Another holds a bundle of enormous cedar logs, his posture straight and regal, showing no sign of strain. The Attire: They wear a mixture of their new culture and their old heritage. Fine linen tunics in ivory and deep blue are accented by ornate bronze bracers etched with ancient Canaanite geometry. Their clothing is weathered with the dust of the road but still looks "high-born." The Setting: They are standing on a high limestone ridge overlooking the ancient city of Gibeon. In the background, the Tabernacle's smoke rises into a golden sunset sky. The architecture around them consists of massive, "cyclopean" stone blocks that match their scale. Lighting & Atmosphere: Dramatic "God-rays" of sunlight pierce through the clouds, catching the metallic glint of their jewelry and the profound, wise expressions in their eyes. The mood is one of "Dignity in Service" and "Ancient Wisdom."
Golden Age Storybook Illustration Style, Rich Watercolor and Ink, Detailed Textures. A narrative scene capturing the tense moment of realization outside a rugged, dark cave entrance hidden among dry rocks and gnarled roots. The Fox and the Evidence: In the bright, sunlit foreground, a clever, reddish-orange fox sits alertly on its haunches, a safe distance from the cave mouth. Its head is tilted, looking intently at the dusty ground. The dirt path leading directly into the dark cave is a chaotic, heavily trampled mess of hundreds of distinct footprints—deer hooves, rabbit paws, badger claws—all pointing inward. Crucially, the dusty ground leading away from the cave is completely smooth and untouched by return tracks. The Lion and the Den: The cave entrance is a gaping maw of deep shadow. Deep within the darkness, only the faint, glowing yellow eyes and the vague, gaunt outline of the old lion lying in wait are visible, watching the fox intently. The contrast between the warm sunlight outside and the cold darkness inside is sharp.
Display verse “And he said unto me, Son of man, cause thy belly to eat, and fill thy bowels with this (scroll) that I give thee. Then did I eat it; and it was in my mouth as honey for sweetness.” (Ezekiel 3:3, KJV) In the form of reading the scroll.
Start with a completely ordinary, even boring photograph of a full moon reflecting over a still lake. Corrupt it until it no longer resembles its original subject at all, but still somehow feels like it’s haunted by what it used to be. Push the file through at least four different deliberate stages of destruction (e.g. heavy JPEG decay → databend in Audacity → pixel sorting by luminance → extreme RGB channel displacement and offset). Let compression artifacts bloom into impossible colors. Allow entire sections to liquefy and drip downward. Make the metadata scream. The final image should feel like a memory that’s been compressed, encrypted, lost, recovered, and compressed again for twenty years.
A stunning conceptual art piece representing Colossians 2:2. Two vibrant, glowing human hearts are positioned in a dark, cosmic void. They are not touching, but are connected by hundreds of vibrating, iridescent "quantum threads" and swirling subatomic particles. When one heart pulses with golden light, the other reacts instantly with the same frequency, symbolizing quantum entanglement. The space between them is filled with glowing mathematical equations and sacred geometry representing the "treasures of wisdom and knowledge." Hyper-realistic, ethereal, neon-amber and deep violet palette, 8k resolution.
A stunning conceptual art piece representing Colossians 2:2. Two vibrant, glowing human hearts are positioned in a dark, cosmic void. They are not touching, but are connected by hundreds of vibrating, iridescent "quantum threads" and swirling subatomic particles. When one heart pulses with golden light, the other reacts instantly with the same frequency, symbolizing quantum entanglement. The space between them is filled with glowing mathematical equations and sacred geometry representing the "treasures of wisdom and knowledge." Hyper-realistic, ethereal, neon-amber and deep violet palette, 8k resolution.
Display verse as meditation: “And he said unto me, Son of man, cause thy belly to eat, and fill thy bowels with this (scroll) that I give thee. Then did I eat it; and it was in my mouth as honey for sweetness.” (Ezekiel 3:3, KJV)
A surreal, double-exposure art piece. Inside, a detailed architectural interior of a temple with a table of "shewbread" and a glowing altar. Outside and overlapping, a vast, swirling nebula and "heaven of heavens" filled with stars and cosmic light, suggesting the infinite nature of God. The temple walls seem translucent, unable to contain the celestial glory. Ethereal, oil painting style, deep blues and glowing golds, inspired by Rembrandt’s lighting. “And Solomon sent to Huram the king of Tyre, saying, As thou didst deal with David my father, and didst send him cedars to build him an house to dwell therein, even so deal with me. Behold, I build an house to the name of the LORD my God, to dedicate it to him, and to burn before him sweet incense, and for the continual shewbread, and for the burnt offerings morning and evening, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts of the LORD our God. This is an ordinance for ever to Israel. And the house which I build is great: for great is our God above all gods. But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who am I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him?” (2 Chronicles 2:3-6, KJV)