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Yahweh appeared to Solomon by night, and said to him, I have heard your prayer, and have chosen this place to myself for a house of sacrifice.
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God Hears and Responds
Commentators emphasize that God's appearance to Solomon is a direct and gracious answer to his prayer of dedication. This event serves as a powerful reminder that God hears and responds to the prayers of His people. As one scholar notes, the verses that follow provide specific answers to Solomon's requests, showing God's detailed attention.
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2 Chronicles
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18th Century
Presbyterian
A house of sacrifice - This expression does not occur elsewhere. Its meaning, however, is clear. God declares that Solomon’s Temple is the p…
19th Century
Anglican
By night. — This is implied in Kings, which says, as He had appeared to him in Gibeon.
I have hea…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
From here, to the end of the chapter, much the same things are…
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