1 Kings 8:32 meaning and explanation

then may You hear from heaven and act. May You judge Your servants, condemning the wicked man by bringing down on his own head what he has done, and justifying the righteous man by rewarding him according to his righteousness.

1 Kings 8:32, Berean Standard Bible

Explanation preview

Solomon is praying at the dedication of the temple, standing before the altar with hands spread toward heaven. In this part of the prayer he asks God to hear cases where someone suspected of wrongdoing comes to the temple and swears an oath.

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