Bible Dictionary
SMOKE
Smoke can represent divine jealousy or anger. It may also symbolize the glory and holiness of God, especially when associated with His manifest presence.
Definition
Smoke is the visible product associated with burning and is used in Scripture as a symbol of divine activity. It can signify jealousy, anger, or the manifest glory and holiness of God.
Biblical Usage
Smoke represents divine jealousy and anger in some passages and the glory of divine holiness in others, especially where God’s presence is manifested.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>smok: Used figuratively of the divine jealousy (De 29:20) and anger (Ps 74:1); symbolic of the glory of the divine holiness (Isa 4:5; 6:4; Re 15:8).</p>