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God's Unmatched Faithfulness
Solomon begins his prayer by declaring God's absolute uniqueness. Commentators note this isn't just about power, but about character. God is unparalleled because He faithfully keeps His 'covenanted mercy'—His lovingkindness is directly tied to the promises He has made to His people. This establishes the foundation for all of Solomon's requests.
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2 Chronicles
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Chronicles 6:1–39
18th Century
Theologian
Compare with the parallel accounts in the books of Kings.
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Chronicles 6:14
19th Century
Bishop
In the heaven nor in the earth. —Abridged from in the heaven above, and upon the earth beneath…
John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 6:14
17th Century
Pastor
(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 5:1).
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Chronicles 6:1–42
17th Century
Minister
The order of Solomon's prayer is to be observed. First and chiefly, he prays for repentance and forgiveness, which is the chief blessing and the on…