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It was so, that when Solomon had made an end of praying all this prayer and supplication to Yahweh, he arose from before the altar of Yahweh, from kneeling on his knees with his hands spread forth toward heaven.

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A Posture of Humility

Commentators note Solomon's posture of deep reverence. He knelt on his knees with his hands spread toward heaven, demonstrating a heart of submission and earnest supplication. This physical act serves as a powerful example of humility in prayer.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 1 Kings 8:54

18th Century

Theologian

If Solomon's prayer is, as it certainly appears to be, a genuine document from that time, preserved in the archives to which the authors of both Ki…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Kings 8:54

19th Century

Bishop

And it was so. —At this point occurs in 2 Chronicles 7:1–3 a striking passage, describing the kindling of the sacrific…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 8:54

17th Century

Pastor

And it was so, that, when Solomon had made an end of praying
all this prayer and supplication unto the L…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 8:54–61

17th Century

Minister

Never was a congregation dismissed with what was more likely to affect them and to abide with them. What Solomon asks for in this prayer is still g…