1 Kings 8:52
1 Kings 8:52 in Multiple Translations
May Your eyes be open to the pleas of Your servant and of Your people Israel, and may You listen to them whenever they call to You.
That thine eyes may be open unto the supplication of thy servant, and unto the supplication of thy people Israel, to hearken unto them in all that they call for unto thee.
that thine eyes may be open unto the supplication of thy servant, and unto the supplication of thy people Israel, to hearken unto them whensoever they cry unto thee.
Let your eyes be open to your servant's prayer for grace and to the prayer of your people Israel, hearing them when their cry comes to you.
May you pay attention to the requests of your servant, and to the requests of your people Israel, and may you respond whenever they call out to you.
Let thine eyes be open vnto the prayer of thy seruant, and vnto the prayer of thy people Israel, to hearken vnto them, in all that they call for vnto thee.
for Thine eyes being open unto the supplication of Thy servant, and unto the supplication of Thy people Israel, to hearken unto them in all they call unto Thee for;
that your eyes may be open to the supplication of your servant and to the supplication of your people Israel, to listen to them whenever they cry to you.
That thy eyes may be open to the supplication of thy servant, and to the supplication of thy people Israel, to hearken to them in all their supplications to thee.
That thy eyes may be open to the supplication of thy servant, and of thy people Israel, to hear them in all things for which they shall call upon thee.
I request that you always listen to your Israeli people and to me, their king, and heed their prayers whenever they call out to you to help them.
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Study Notes — 1 Kings 8:52
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Context — Solomon’s Prayer of Dedication
52May Your eyes be open to the pleas of Your servant and of Your people Israel, and may You listen to them whenever they call to You.
53For You, O Lord GOD, have set them apart from all the peoples of the earth as Your inheritance, as You spoke through Your servant Moses when You brought our fathers out of Egypt.” 54Now when Solomon had finished praying this entire prayer and petition to the LORD, he got up before the altar of the LORD, where he had been kneeling with his hands spread out toward heaven.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalms 145:18 | The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call out to Him in truth. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 8:29 | May Your eyes be open toward this temple night and day, toward the place of which You said, ‘My Name shall be there,’ so that You may hear the prayer that Your servant prays toward this place. |
| 3 | Psalms 86:5 | For You, O Lord, are kind and forgiving, rich in loving devotion to all who call on You. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 6:40 | Now, my God, may Your eyes be open and Your ears attentive to the prayer offered in this place. |
1 Kings 8:52 Summary
In 1 Kings 8:52, King Solomon is asking God to pay attention to the needs and prayers of himself and the people of Israel. He wants God to listen to them whenever they call out to Him. This verse reminds us that God is a loving Father who cares about our needs and desires to hear from us. Just like King Solomon, we can come to God with confidence and faith, knowing that He is always listening and ready to respond, as Jesus taught in Luke 11:9-10, and as the Psalmist wrote in Psalm 145:18, 'The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth'.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary concern of King Solomon's prayer in 1 Kings 8:52?
King Solomon is seeking God's attention and listening ear towards himself and the people of Israel, as seen in his plea 'May Your eyes be open to the pleas of Your servant and of Your people Israel, and may You listen to them whenever they call to You', which reflects the heart of a leader who desires God's guidance and care for his people, much like Moses' concern for the Israelites in Deuteronomy 9:26-29.
How does this verse relate to the concept of prayer in the Bible?
This verse emphasizes the importance of prayer in communicating with God, as King Solomon asks God to 'listen to them whenever they call to You', which is a theme repeated throughout Scripture, such as in Psalm 145:18, where it says 'The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth'.
What does it mean for God's 'eyes to be open' to the pleas of His people?
This phrase is a metaphorical expression meaning that God is attentive and aware of the needs and cries of His people, much like a parent is attentive to the needs of their child, as seen in Psalm 121:4, which says 'Indeed, He who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep'.
How can we apply this verse to our own lives as believers?
As believers, we can apply this verse by recognizing that God is our loving Father who desires to hear from us and respond to our needs, as Jesus taught in Luke 11:9-10, 'So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you', and we can come to Him with confidence and faith, knowing that He is always listening and ready to respond.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need God's attention and care, and how can I bring these concerns to Him in prayer?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of dependence on God, recognizing that He is the One who hears and responds to my prayers?
- What does it mean for me to 'call on God' in times of need, and how can I develop a more consistent and sincere prayer life?
- How can I trust that God is indeed 'near to all who call on Him' and that He will respond to my prayers in His perfect timing and wisdom?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 8:52
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 8:52
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:52
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:52
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 8:52
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 8:52
Sermons on 1 Kings 8:52
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Coming to the Throne of Grace by Bob Jennings | This sermon emphasizes the importance of coming to the throne of God, highlighting the need for wisdom that surpasses material wealth and the significance of dealing with eternal m |
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"Conditions of National Revival" by Colin Peckham | This sermon emphasizes the conditions for national revival as outlined in 2 Chronicles 7:14, a well-known but often overlooked promise in the Bible. The verse provides a clear pres |
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The Prayer Meeting by Bob Jennings | This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer meetings and being devoted to prayer, highlighting the significance of gathering together for prayer as a mark of true Christianity. |
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All to Jesus - Part 3 by Compilations | This sermon discusses different groups of people who have encountered Christ in various ways, from those who see Him as a utilitarian solution to their problems, to those who seek |
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The Coming Great Deception by Steve Gallagher | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the consequences of rejecting the truth of God's word. He emphasizes the importance of understanding right from wrong and warns against accep |
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(Clip) Lord, Teach Us to Pray by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the eternal significance of prayer, highlighting how the disciples prioritized learning to pray from Jesus above all else. It delves into the depth and power |
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The Lewis Revival 1949 - Part 3 by Colin Peckham | This sermon reflects on the powerful impact of prayer during times of revival, focusing on individuals like John Smith who prayed diligently at the anvil, and the community that ca |





