2 Chronicles 6:17 Meaning and Explanation
“Now then, O LORD God of Israel, let thy word be verified, which thou hast spoken unto thy servant David.”
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Read Full Chapter →Solomon asks God to confirm and prove the word God spoke to David.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 6:17
Solomon requests God confirm the word spoken to David.
What Does 2 Chronicles 6:17 Mean?
Solomon's request is deceptively simple: let thy word be verified. 'Verified' means proved true, confirmed. Solomon is not asking God to create something new but to establish what God has already said. He asks God's word to stand firm and clear, visible to all who watch. The temple dedication is the very moment when God's word to David is being verified before all Israel's eyes.
This prayer recognizes that God's word needs no improvement or rescue—it simply needs to be allowed to stand. By asking God to verify His own word, Solomon entrusts the future to God's character and faithfulness. He does not ask for extraordinary intervention but for God to remain faithful to what God has already promised.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 6:17
What does 2 Chronicles 6:17 mean?
Solomon asks God to confirm and prove the word God spoke to David.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 6:17?
Solomon requests God confirm the word spoken to David.