I Kings 9:3
The Scripture
(3) And the LORD said unto him, I have heard thy prayer and thy supplication, that thou hast made before me: I have hallowed this house, which thou hast built, to put my name there for ever; and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In chapter 9 the king of Israel seeks counsel and records the wisdom of the prophets, especially the wisdom of King Solomon, to guide his decision about the temple and the land. He also records the wisdom of the prophets concerning the future, showing his reliance on divine guidance. The chapter highlights the importance of seeking wisdom and prophecy for right decisions.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
II Kings 20:5Psalms 10:17Psalms 66:19Psalms 116:1Daniel 9:23John 11:42Acts 10:31I John 5:14I Kings 8:10I Kings 8:11Exodus 20:11Numbers 16:38
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