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
In 1 Kings 8, King Solomon is dedicating the newly built Temple in Jerusalem, which served as the central place of worship for the ancient Israelites and symbolized God's covenant presence among them. During this dedication, Solomon offers a lengthy prayer asking God to remain attentive to the nation's pleas and to uphold their causes in ongoing matters. This reflects the historical period of Israel's monarchy, where the Temple's completion marked a high point of national unity and devotion to God.
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