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The Posture of Prayer
Commentators note Solomon's prayer posture combined public leadership with personal humility. He stood on a platform to be seen by all but also spread his hands toward heaven and knelt (as seen in 1 Kings 8:54). This posture of open hands was a common form of prayer, distinct from some pagan practices of clinging to an altar.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 8:22
18th Century
Theologian
The marginal reference shows that the king was positioned to be seen by all present, and that before beginning his prayer, he knelt on his knees (C…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 8:22
17th Century
Pastor
And Solomon stood before the altar of the Lord
The altar of the burnt offering in the court of the priests, where he…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 8:22–53
17th Century
Minister
In this excellent prayer, Solomon does as we should do in every prayer; he gives glory to God. Fresh experiences of the truth of God's promises cal…