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that they may fear you, to walk in your ways, so long as they live in the land which you gave to our fathers.

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What 'Fearing God' Means

One commentator notes that the phrase 'to walk in thy ways' was likely an intentional addition by the author of Chronicles. This addition serves to clarify that fearing God is not merely an abstract feeling but is demonstrated through a life of active obedience to His commands.

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2 Chronicles

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 6:1–39

18th Century

Theologian

Compare with the parallel accounts in the books of Kings.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 6:31

19th Century

Bishop

To walk in your ways. —An explanatory remark added by the chronicler.

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 6:31

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 5:1).

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Matthew Henry

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…