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Now my eyes shall be open, and my ears attentive, to the prayer that is made in this place.

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A Direct Answer to Prayer

Commentators observe that this verse is God's direct and gracious answer to Solomon's specific request in his prayer of dedication (2 Chronicles 6:40). It is a powerful assurance that God not only heard Solomon's prayer but promises to remain attentive to future prayers offered in faith at the Temple.

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2 Chronicles

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 7:15

18th Century

Theologian

The prayer that is made in this place—literally, as in the margin. This unusual phrase includes the two cases of prayers offered in the sanc…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 7:15

19th Century

Bishop

Now mine eyes shall be open. — Compare 2 Chronicles 6:40, and Notes.

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 7:15

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 7:12).

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 7:1–22

17th Century

Minister

God gave a gracious answer to Solomon's prayer. The mercies of God to sinners are made known in a manner well suited to impress all who receive the…