2 Chronicles 7:15

The LORD’s Response to Solomon · 2 Chronicles 7:11–22
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Translations

Modern
Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place.
Traditional
Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer that is made in this place.
Literal
Now My eyes will be open, and My ears attentive, to the prayer in this place.
Latin
Oculi quoque mei erunt aperti, et aures meæ erectæ ad orationem ejus, qui in loco isto oraverit.

Original

Hebrew
English
Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place.

Notes

These verses refer directly to Solomon’s prayer (see 2 Chronicles 6:26, 28, 40). God explained to Solomon what is needed to be saved from judgment. In Solomon’s prayer, each situation was addressed separately. In the Lord’s answer, the response is more general and thorough. The people need humility, repentance, seeking the Lord, and prayer to heal from their troubles.

Parallels

1 Kings 9:1–9

Glossary

Chronicles, Books of First and Second Genealogy

Topics

Afflictions and Adversities: Dispensation of God God: Appearances of To Solomon Prayer: Answer To, Promise Solomon: Covenant Renewed in a Vision After the Dedication of the Temple