“because of the cloud, for the glory of Yahweh filled the house.” In this context, “the glory of Yahweh” was the glorious light that surrounded Yahweh, which is sometimes described as a “cloud.” The glorious brilliant light is called “the glory of Yahweh,” and it indicates the personal presence of Yahweh.

[For more on the glory of Yahweh and the cloud, see commentary on Ezekiel 1:28.]