2 Chronicles 6 Summary

Solomon acknowledges that God has chosen Jerusalem and David's line. He stands before the altar on a brazen scaffold and spreads forth his hands to heaven, blessing all Israel and praying that God would hear prayers made toward this place. Solomon's prayer encompasses petitions for forgiveness of sin, deliverance from enemies, relief from drought and famine, forgiveness in captivity, and protection in war. He asks God to keep His word given to David that his descendants shall sit on Israel's throne if they keep God's law and walk before Him with all their hearts.