2 Chronicles 6:40

Verse

Now, my God, may Your eyes be open and Your ears attentive to the prayer offered in this place.

American Standard Version (1901)

Now, O my God, let, I beseech thee, thine eyes be open, and let thine ears be attent, unto the prayer that is made in this place.

Bible in Basic English

Now, O my God, may your eyes be open and your ears awake to the prayers made in this place.

Douay-Rheims 1899

For thou art my God: let thy eyes, I beseech thee, be open, and let thy ears be attentive to the prayer, that is made in this place.

Free Bible Version

Now my God, please open your eyes, and may your ears pay attention to the prayers offered in this place.

Geneva Bible 1599

Nowe my God, I beseech thee, let thine eyes be open, and thine eares attent vnto the prayer that is made in this place.

King James (Authorized) Version

Now, my God, let, I beseech thee, thine eyes be open, and let thine ears be attent unto the prayer that is made in this place.

Translation for Translators

“Now, my God, look at us and listen to us as we pray to you in this place.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Now, my God, I beg you, let your eyes be open, and let your ears be attentive to the prayer that is made in this place.

Noah Webster Bible

Now, my God, let, I beseech thee, thy eyes be open, and let thy ears be attentive to the prayer that is made in this place.

World English Bible

“Now, my God, let, I beg you, your eyes be open, and let your ears be attentive to the prayer that is made in this place.

Young's Literal Translation

'Now, my God, let, I beseech Thee, Thine eyes be open, and Thine ears attentive, to the prayer of this place:

Context

Solomon’s Prayer of Dedication

³⁹then may You hear from heaven, Your dwelling place, their prayer and petition, and may You uphold their cause. May You forgive Your people who sinned against You.⁴⁰Now, my God, may Your eyes be open and Your ears attentive to the prayer offered in this place.

Sermons

2. the Revivalist

David Matthews

Summary

This verse reflects King Solomon's prayer of dedication for the temple, where he acknowledges the importance of repentance, prayer, and seeking God's face. Solomon recognizes the need for God's forgiveness and restoration when His people turn away from Him. The verse emphasizes the significance of humility and obedience in approaching God, highlighting the importance of genuine repentance and seeking God's presence for renewal and restoration.

Commentary