KJV ORIGINAL
Then hear thou in heaven, and do, and judge thy servants, condemning the wicked, to bring his way upon his head; and justifying the righteous, to give him according to his righteousness.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then listen from heaven and act as judge over your people. Condemn the guilty person and let them face the consequences of their actions, but declare the innocent person right and reward them for doing what is good.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Solomon is asking God to be the ultimate judge who punishes wrongdoing and rewards those who do right.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Solomon's prayer at the dedication of the newly built temple in Jerusalem. Solomon is asking God to hear prayers made toward the temple and act justly in various situations that might arise among the people. The temple was meant to be the central place where God's presence dwelled among Israel.
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