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2 Chronicles 6:37

2 Chronicles 6:37
Yet if they bethink themselves in the land whither they are carried captive, and turn and pray unto thee in the land of their captivity, saying, We have sinned, we have done amiss, and have dealt wickedly;

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Commentary

Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

If they bethink themselves - "If thy fear should return into their hearts." - Targum.

The whole of this prayer is amply…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Chronicles 6:12-42

Solomon had, in the foregoing verses, signed and sealed, as it were, the deed of dedication, by which the temple was…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

turn and pray R.V. turn again, and make supplication (cp. 1 Kings).

done amiss R.V. done perversely (as 1 Kings). The…