And let these my words, wherewith I have made supplication before the LORD, be nigh unto the LORD our God day and night, that he maintain the cause of his servant, and the cause of his people Israel at all times, as the matter shall require:
And let these words I have prayed before the LORD stay close to the LORD our God day and night, so that he will uphold the cause of his servant and the cause of his people Israel at all times, whenever the need arises.
Solomon is asking God to remember his prayer constantly and to always defend and support both him and the people of Israel whenever they need help.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Solomon's dedication prayer at the completion of the first temple in Jerusalem, around 960 BC. Solomon had just finished building this magnificent temple as a permanent dwelling place for God among his people, replacing the portable tabernacle. This prayer was offered before all the assembled people of Israel during a grand celebration that marked one of the most significant moments in Israel's history.
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