O Lord, hear; O Lord, forgive; O Lord, hearken and do; defer not, for thine own sake, O my God: for thy city and thy people are called by thy name.
God, please listen to me. Please forgive us. Please hear what I'm saying and actually do something about it, don't wait any longer. Do this for yourself, my God, because this city and these people belong to you.
Sometimes you just need to pour your heart out to God and ask him to move, for his own reputation's sake.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context, Daniel was a Jewish prophet living in exile in Babylon during the 6th century BC, where he interceded for his people amid the consequences of their sins that led to the Babylonian captivity. He prayed this after reading Jeremiah's prophecy about the 70 years of desolation for Jerusalem, urgently seeking God's forgiveness and restoration for the city and its inhabitants. This plea highlights Daniel's reliance on God's covenant name and promises, rather than human merit, as the basis for divine intervention.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.