1 Kings 8:52
1 Kings 8:52 Meaning and Explanation
“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.”
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Read Full Chapter →Solomon asks that God's eyes be open to the pleas of His servant and His people whenever they call.
What Does 1 Kings 8:52 Mean?
Solomon asks that God's eyes remain open to the pleas of both king and people, attentive to them in all that they call upon Him for. He returns to the theme of God's watchful, listening care.
The God of the whole earth keeps His eyes open to the cries of His people. Nothing they bring to Him escapes His notice. This assurance frees the believer to call on God in every need, great or small, knowing that His attention is never withdrawn from those who seek His face.
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What does 1 Kings 8:52 mean?
Solomon asks that God's eyes be open to the pleas of His servant and His people whenever they call.